Emson Recalls UComfy Heat Wraps Due to Burn Hazard (Recall Alert)
Source: CPSC Recall #16762
Recall Date
2016-07-27
Manufacturer
E. Mishan & Sons, Inc. (Emson), of New York
Units Affected
About 10,000
Products Involved
UComfy Neck and Shoulder Heat Wrap
Hazard
The heat wrap can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heat wraps and contact Emson to receive a free replacement wrap. Emson is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Reported Injuries
Emson has received 16 reports of the heat wraps overheating, including three reports of burns.
Sold At
HSN, Groupon and other online retailers from October 2015 through November 2015 for about $40.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
This recall involves UComfy Neck and Shoulder Heat wraps. The product is an electric powered wrap that provides heat to the user's neck, shoulders and upper back. The wraps come in two colors: beige (item number 9700FE) and blue (item number 9699FE). The item numbers appear on the product washing instructions label. The electric controller unit states "TYPE HP74." The connection between the power supply and the heat wrap has 4 prongs. Ucomfy is printed at the top of the white label attached to the heat wraps.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28