Campaign 18E-115

These heated accessories may overheat and melt when plugged into the 12V lighter socket or USB port

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Defect summary

Lifeworks Technology Group, LLC (Lifeworks) is recalling certain Armor All 12V Heated Seat and Backrest cushions, part number AA-MJ-HE102B (UPC 81235015365), 12V Heated Blankets, part number AA-MJ-HE100BW (UPC 81235014113), and 2-in-1 Heated Gel/Memory Foam Cushions, part number AA-MJ-HE106B (UPC 81235015366), sold exclusively at Meijer stores. These heated accessories may overheat and melt when plugged into the 12V lighter socket or USB port.

Consequence

Overheated wiring may melt, increasing the risk of a fire and injury.

Remedy

Lifeworks has notified owners, informing them to return the product to the retail store to obtain a full refund, free of charge. The recall began January 11, 2019. Owners may contact Lifeworks customer service at 1-844-582-6840.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 18E115000. Text as published by NHTSA.
Vehicles covered

3 product lines are covered

Vehicles covered by campaign 18E-115
MakeModelModel years
Armor ALLHeat Gel/mem Foam CushionYear not stated
Armor ALLHeat Seat/backrestYear not stated
Armor ALLHeated BlanketYear not stated
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls and complaints files. Equipment, tire and child-seat campaigns list products, not vehicles.