CPSC, SCI Promotion Group LLC and Scripto-Tokai Corp. Announce Recall of Mini-Flashlights
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-12-02). Hazards: burn. About 448,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04045 |
| Published | 2003-12-02 |
| Last updated | 2025-01-13 |
| Product category | Lights & Accessories |
| Products | Mini-flashlights |
| Firm named in the title | SCI Promotion Group LLC and Scripto-Tokai Corp. |
| Firms | SCI Promotion Group LLC of Ontario, Calif. (manufacturer); Scripto-Tokai Corporation, of Rancho Cucamonga, Calif. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 448,000 |
| Hazard classes | burn |
| Remedy classes | dispose |
| Sold | Home improvement, discount, convenience, grocery and drug stores nationwide sold the multipurpose lighters with the flashlights, from September 2003 through November 2003, for between $4 and $6. |
Description
The mini-flashlights were provided to consumers as a free gift with the purchase of Aim n' Flame II multi-purpose lighters. The black, plastic flashlight is about 5-1/4 inches long with a thin red ring around the barrel. There is no safety issue relating to the multi-purpose lighter and it is not the subject of this voluntary recall.
Hazard
The mini-flashlight's battery compartment can overheat, presenting a possible burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should remove the batteries and discard the mini- flashlights.
Incidents and injuries
The company has received two reports of flashlights overheating. No injuries have been reported.
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