CPSC2002-01-31
CPSC, Micro-Mark Announce Recall of Butane Micro Torch Lighters
Micro-Mark, of Berkeley Heights, N. J.
Hazard
The lighters do not have a child-resistant mechanism, as required by federal law. Young children could ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and call the firm to get a full refund.
Sold at
The lighters were sold nationwide from December 2000 to May 2001.
Affected count
About 260
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
Rekrow Butane Micro Torch Lighter
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Micro-Mark toll free at (888) 263-7076 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Micro-Mark-Announce-Recall-of-Butane-Micro-Torch-LightersDon't want to check this manually?
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