BioLite Recalls Lanterns Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively Online at Kickstarter.Com (Recall Alert)
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2016-11-30). Hazards: fire, burn. About 5,900 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 17716 |
| Published | 2016-11-30 |
| Last updated | 2016-11-30 |
| Products | BioLite BaseLanterns |
| Firm named in the title | BioLite |
| Firms | BioLite, Inc., of New York (importer); BioLite, Inc., of New York (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 5,900 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Online at Kickstarter.com from August 2016 through October 2016 for between $100 to $130. |
Description
This recall involves the BioLite BaseLantern and BaseLantern XL. These are small rechargeable LED lanterns that function as both a light and a powerbank. BaseLanterns are about 5 inches (height) by 5 inches (width) by 2 inches (depth), and are silver in color, and weigh about 2 pounds. The affected serial numbers are PLC000001-PLC004000, and PLCXL000001-PLCXL006000. The serial number is located on the bottom of the device and on the bottom of the product packaging.
Hazard
The lithium-ion battery can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lanterns and contact BioLite for instructions on returning the lanterns for a free replacement. BioLite is contacting all known customers.
Incidents and injuries
BioLite has received one report of a BaseLantern catching fire causing minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
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