CPSC2004-02-03
CPSC, Dorcy International Announce Recall of Fuji Batteries Sold with Dorcy Xenon Flashlights
Dorcy International Inc. of Columbus, Ohio
Hazard
The batteries may overheat, leak, or rupture, presenting a potential for fire and injury.
Remedy
Call Dorcy International Inc. toll-free at (800) 837-8558 to receive free replacement batteries for each pair of batteries originally provided with the Spyder Tactical Xenon Light or the Xenon Tactical Light. Consumers also can return the flashlights to the store for a refund or replacement.
Sold at
National retailers including BJ's Wholesale Club, Orchard Supply Hardware, Ace Hardware, Tru Value Hardware, Meijer Stores, Fred Meyer, Marvins, Sport Chalet, and Sportsman Guide.
Affected count
20,000
Injuries reported
Five reports have been received about batteries overheating and causing the flashlight to burst. Dorcy has received four reports of minor damage to clothing and personal items and burn injuries. In one case, the batteries allegedly caused or contributed to a house fire.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
Fuji Power and A&T Fuji Power CR123A 3-volt lithium batteries originally provided with the Dorcy Spyder Tactical Xenon Light (Product 41-4200), also sold in packages of two flashlights under the name Dorcy Xenon Tactical Light
Consumer contact
Call Dorcy International Inc. toll-free at (800) 837- 8558 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET. Dorcy's website is www.dorcy.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Dorcy-International-Announce-Recall-of-Fuji-Batteries-Sold-with-Dorcy-Xenon-Flashlights-Don't want to check this manually?
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