CPSC2004-02-26
CPSC, Quality Fresh Cigars Announce Recall of Lighters
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Hazard
These novelty lighters were imported without first being tested to show compliance with CPSC requirements that the lighters be child-resistant. They pose fire and burn hazards to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately. Consumers should dispose of the lighter in a manner that is in compliance with any state or local requirements. The lighters should not be incinerated or punctured. Consumers can obtain a gift certificate for $19.95, if purchased or $5.00, if received as a gift by mailing a copy of the signed Disposal Notification Form to Quality Fresh. Consumers should send correspondence to: QFC-Nibo Recall, 1241 Chicago Road, Troy, MI 48083.
Sold at
The lighters were sold through the firm's catalog, from April 2003 to September 2003, for about $20. The lighters were also given away as premiums in conjunction with purchase.
Affected count
313
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Nibo Space 5 and Nibo Space 19 Novelty Lighters
Consumer contact
Quality Fresh at (800) 978-1908 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. (ET) Monday through Friday. The firm has sent letters and the Disposal Notification Form to consumers who purchased or received the lighters, notifying them of this recall.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Quality-Fresh-Cigars-Announce-Recall-of-Lighters-Don't want to check this manually?
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