CPSC2007-07-17
Sportsman's Warehouse Recalls Flashlights; Counterfeit Batteries Can Overheat, Posing a Fire Hazard
Sportsman's Warehouse, of Midvale, Utah
Hazard
The batteries packaged with the recalled flashlights are labeled as "Panasonic CR123A Industrial Lithium" and have been determined by Panasonic to be counterfeit. The counterfeit batteries can overheat and rupture, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove and discontinue using the batteries from the recalled flashlights. Consumers can return the recalled flashlights and batteries to any Sportsman's Warehouse store for a full refund or store credit.
Sold at
Sportsman's Warehouse stores nationwide from October 2006 through May 2007 for between $30 and $40.
Affected count
About 4,400
Injuries reported
Sportsman's Warehouse has received two reports of batteries overheating and flashlights igniting, with one consumer receiving burns to his hands.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Xenon Aluminum Flashlights
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Sportsman's Warehouse toll-free at (877) 678-0010 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.sportsmanswarehouse.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Sportsmans-Warehouse-Recalls-Flashlights-Counterfeit-Batteries-Can-Overheat-Posing-a-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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