Safety Alert: CFM U.S. Corp. Multi-Purpose Gas Lighters Sold at Wal-Mart Lack Safety Warning Labels
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-02-22). About 1,800,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07112 |
| Published | 2007-02-22 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Lighters |
| Products | Multi-Purpose Gas Lighters |
| Firms | CFM U.S. Corp., of Huntington, Ind. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 1,800,000 |
| Remedy classes | new instructions |
| Sold | Wal-Mart from February 2006 through January 2007 for between $1 and $4. |
Description
The recall involves three models of multi-purpose butane lighters sold under the brand name, The Grill Care Company®. The lighters are nine or 11 inches long and have the words "The Grill Care Company" and "NOM" printed on the label affixed to each lighter. As shown in the pictures, the lighter's body comes in several colors. Only lighters that have Spanish warnings and do not have English warnings are included in this recall.
Hazard
The lighters do not have a label in English containing precautionary information concerning the proper use and operation. Failure to follow the instructions in the warning label could result in injury.
Remedy
Consumers should contact CFM to obtain safety warning labels in English and instructions for proper placement of the labels on the lighters.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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