CPSC, Fleetwood EXIM Inc. Announce Recall of Cigarette Lighters
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2001-04-05). Hazards: fire, burn, chemical. About 950,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01120 |
| Published | 2001-04-05 |
| Last updated | 2026-02-25 |
| Product category | Lighters |
| Products | Fleetwood disposable lighters |
| Firm named in the title | Fleetwood EXIM Inc. |
| Firms | Fleetwood EXIM Inc., of Grenada, Miss. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 950,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, chemical |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Convenience, gas, and grocery stores in the southeastern region of the U.S. sold the recalled cigarette lighters, from June 2000 through February 2001, for about $1. |
Description
The disposable cigarette lighters being recalled are oval tube shaped with a roll and press type ignition mechanism. The lighters have a blue, orange, red or clear transparent case and a chrome metal windshield surrounding the flame port. Stamped into one side of the windshield is the brand name "youjie". A warning label on the back of the lighters reads in part, "WARNING: KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN" and "MADE IN CHINA".
Hazard
The lighters have child-resistant mechanisms that do not work. Young children could ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the lighters immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Fleetwood EXIM Inc. have not received any reports of injuries. This recall is being conducted to prevent that possibility of injuries.
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