You won’t want to wait until winter to return these recalled handwarmers — here’s why

NBC Selected independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you click on or buy through our links, we earn a commission. Learn more.HealthThese popular hand warmers were just recalled — here’s why you shouldn’t wait until winter to check yoursNearly 1.5 million units were recalled due to risk of serious injuries from fire.Aug. 7, 2026, 1:00 PM EDTBethany HeitmanCommerce EditorSkip to table of contentsThe impacted Ocoopa handwarmers were sold between September 2018 and May 2026. OcoopaIn this articleWhy were Ocoopa hand warmers recalled?What to do if you have the recalled hand warmersAlternatives to rechargeable hand warmersWhy trust NBC Selected?See 1 MoreWhile your stash of hand warmers is likely not top of mind while the summer sun is still heating up your days , a recent recall is worth paying attention to. Ocoopa has recalled 1.5 million rechargeable hand warmers across seven models after the lithium-ion batteries inside were found to overheat and ignite, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fire and burn hazards. The company has received reports of 15 fires and 350 burn injuries, including the death of an 83-year-old consumer in California. Below, we’ve broken down everything you need to know about this recall, what to do if you have any of the recalled models, and how to recoup your money — plus, we offer some alternatives that you can shop right now, before the cold season returns.Why were Ocoopa hand warmers recalled? On July 30, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) published an announcement explaining that Ocoopa Direct had issued a recall of its rechargeable hand warmers. The lithium-ion batteries inside the recalled devices can overheat and ignite when in use or while charging, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fire and burn hazards.Ocoopa Direct has received 1,480 reports of hand warmers overheating, resulting in 15 fires and 350 burn injuries. Among those injuries was the death of an 83-year-old consumer in San...