Heated socks sold at Costco that have been linked to more than a dozen serious burns are being recalled because they can pose a hazard, a federal regulatory agency said on Thursday.
The agency, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, said in the recall notice that the socks, from the brand 32 Degrees, and powered by batteries, can lead to burns because of the heat, friction, moisture and pressure that can occur when they are worn “during high-intensity activities.”
The socks were manufactured in China and imported by David Peyser Sportswear, a New York-based company, the recall notice said.
The Product Safety Commission said that 14 people had reported that they had been injured, and of those, 13 said they sustained first- or second-degree burns. Heat sensors on the socks are concentrated in the forefoot area.
About 208,000 pairs are being recalled, the commission said. Costco and 32 Degrees did not respond to requests for comment on Friday.
The socks are made of a blend of cotton, polyester and spandex. They cost between $30 and $46, and are rechargeable, with a battery life of up to eight hours. Included in the recall are medium, large and extra large black socks sold from August 2025 to March 2026.
On its website, the company, which was voluntarily recalling the product, said the socks were sold exclusively through Costco and not directly from the brand. Customers should immediately return the socks and request a refund from Costco, the company said in its recall notice.
