Recall 13-171, published April 17, 2013
Gerbings 12-volt heated jacket liners
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
GM34189The Gerbing's jacket liners have model number JKLN and PO# 3796 and Harley-Davidson® jackets have model number 98324-09VM and GM32873, GM32874, GM34188, GM34189, GM34190 or GM34191.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Gerbings and Harley-Davidson® black nylon, 12-volt, heated jacket liners. The jacket liners heat up when plugged into a vehicle, such as a motorcycle or snowmobile. "Gerbing's Heated Clothing" or "Harley Davidson®" is printed on the front left chest of the jacket liners. The Gerbing's jacket liners have model number JKLN and PO# 3796 and Harley-Davidson® jackets have model number 98324-09VM and GM32873, GM32874, GM34188, GM34189, GM34190 or GM34191. The model number, PO number and "Use only 12 Volts" are printed on a label sewn inside next to the jacket liner's front zipper.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
A defective wire connector can cause the jacket liner to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the jacket liners and contact Gerbings, LLC for a free repair or replacement liner.
- Brand
- Gerbings
- Recall published
- April 17, 2013
- Category
- Clothing & Accessories
- Units
- About 9,900
- Sold at / sales period
- Harley-Davidson® dealerships, Eagle Leather and other sporting goods, retail stores and motorcycle shops nationwide from April 2011 through December 2012 for between $200 and $240.
