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CPSC2008-09-18

Safety Alert: Petzl America Warns of Burn Hazard from Headlamps; Product Should Only Be Used with Non-Rechargeable Batteries

Petzl S.A., of Crolles, France

Product photos

Recalled MYOLITE Headlamp
Recalled MYOLITE Headlamp
Recalled MYOLITE 3 Headlamp
Recalled MYOLITE 3 Headlamp
Recalled MYO XP Headlamp
Recalled MYO XP Headlamp
Recalled MYO XP Belt Headlamp
Recalled MYO XP Belt Headlamp
Hazard

If the headlamp is used with rechargeable batteries, the cable connecting the battery pack to the lamp can spark, melt, or catch fire. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using rechargeable batteries with the headlamps and contact Petzl to obtain a new warning label. Consumers can continue to use the headlamps with non-rechargeable batteries.
Sold at
Specialty retailers nationwide from February 2003 through August 2008 for between $40 and $80.
Affected count
About 322,000
Injuries reported
Petzl has received 13 reports of sparking and/or melting, with 2 reports of flames. One consumer received a minor burn to the hand, and another experienced singed hair.
Manufactured in
France
Products
MYO and "MYO Belt" Headlamps
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Petzl America toll-free at (877) 740-3826 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at http://www.petzl.com

Official notice

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Safety-Alert-Petzl-America-Warns-of-Burn-Hazard-from-Headlamps-Product-Should-Only-Be-Used-with-Non-Rechargeable-Batteries

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