Coleman Recalls Flashlights Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2016-04-12). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: CTAC20, 2000013874, CTAC40, 2000013873, CTAC60, 2000013872. About 8,500 units in the US and 500 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16140 |
| Published | 2016-04-12 |
| Last updated | 2016-04-13 |
| Product category | Flashlights or Battery-Powered Lanterns |
| Products | Coleman® CTAC Lithium-Ion Flashlights |
| Firm named in the title | Coleman |
| Firms | Kaper Industrial LTD, of Hong Kong, China (manufacturer); The Coleman Company Inc., Wichita, Kan. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 8,500 |
| Units (Canada) | 500 |
| Model numbers | CTAC20, 2000013874, CTAC40, 2000013873, CTAC60, 2000013872 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Academy Sports + Outdoors, Green Supply, Sportsman's Supply Company and sporting goods stores nationwide and online at www.coleman.com and www.amazon.com from January 2014 through August 2015 for between $65 and $75. |
Description
This recall involves three models of Coleman® CTAC Lithium-Ion Flashlights. Models include CTAC20 (model 2000013874), CTAC40 (model 2000013873) and CTAC60 (model 2000013872). The flashlights are black, with "Coleman" printed in white along the handle and have the model number in white print on the upper portion of the handle next to the light. The flashlights are 6.5 inches long. The lithium-ion batteries inside the flashlights are red with the Coleman logo printed in white on the battery.
Hazard
The lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flashlights and contact Coleman for instructions on returning the flashlights for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
Coleman has received two reports of the flashlight batteries overheating, catching fire and causing minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
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