CPSC, Quality Fresh Cigars Announce Recall of Lighters
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-02-26). Hazards: fire, burn, chemical. Models: 12679, 13919. About 313 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04536 |
| Published | 2004-02-26 |
| Last updated | 2025-04-02 |
| Product category | Lighters |
| Products | Nibo Space 5 and Nibo Space 19 Novelty Lighters |
| Firm named in the title | Quality Fresh Cigars |
| Firms | Quality Fresh Cigars, of Troy, Mich. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 313 |
| Model numbers | 12679, 13919 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, chemical |
| Remedy classes | dispose, stop use |
| Sold | The lighters were sold through the firm's catalog, from April 2003 to September 2003, for about $20. The lighters were also given away as premiums in conjunction with purchase. |
Description
There are two styles of lighters included in this recall. Nibo Space 5, model 12679, is a silver-colored lighter. The lighter is 2 7/8" tall and is in the shape of a spaceship. The word "SPACE" appears on one side of the lighter and the word "NIBO" appears on the other side. Nibo Space 19, model 13919, is a metal lighter that resembles a toy. The lighter is 3" tall. The word "NIBO" appears in a raised circle on one side of the lighter.
Hazard
These novelty lighters were imported without first being tested to show compliance with CPSC requirements that the lighters be child-resistant. They pose fire and burn hazards to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately. Consumers should dispose of the lighter in a manner that is in compliance with any state or local requirements. The lighters should not be incinerated or punctured. Consumers can obtain a gift certificate for $19.95, if purchased or $5.00, if received as a gift by mailing a copy of the signed Disposal Notification Form to Quality Fresh. Consumers should send correspondence to: QFC-Nibo Recall, 1241 Chicago Road, Troy, MI 48083.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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