Target Recalls LED Flashlight Sets Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2012-01-05). Hazards: fire, burn. About 55,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12080 |
| Published | 2012-01-05 |
| Last updated | 2015-05-01 |
| Product category | Flashlights or Battery-Powered Lanterns |
| Products | 6-pc. LED Flashlight Sets |
| Firm named in the title | Target |
| Firms | Target Corporation, of Minneapolis, Minn. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 55,000 |
| UPC / GTIN | 00490021010049 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Target stores nationwide from October 2010 through December 2011 for about $10 per set. |
Description
This recall involves 6-pc. LED Flashlight Sets. They are made of silver plastic with black rubber around the handle and light base. The flashlight sets have UPC code 490021010049 printed on the back of the package. They were sold in sets of six, including two small flashlights measuring about 3 inches long, two medium flashlights about 6 inches long and two large flashlights about 7 1/2 inches long.
Hazard
When turned on, the flashlights can heat up, smoke or melt, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the flashlights and return them to any Target store for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
Target has received reports of four incidents with the flashlights, including two minor burn injuries to consumer's hands.
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