CPSC2004-01-21
CPSC, Browning Announce Recall of Flashlight Batteries
Browning, of Morgan, Utah
Hazard
The batteries can short out, causing the flashlight's canister to rupture and pose injury to the consumer.
Remedy
Consumer should remove the batteries from the flashlights and contact Browning for information on receiving a refund or replacement.
Sold at
The flashlights were sold at hunting and sporting goods stores nationwide during December 2003, for about $50.
Affected count
12,500
Injuries reported
There have been two reports of the flashlights rupturing. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Browning CR123A lithium batteries sold with Browning Black Ice flashlights
Consumer contact
Contact Browning at (800) 637-0230 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. MT Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Browning-Announce-Recall-of-Flashlight-Batteries-Don't want to check this manually?
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