CPSC2008-10-23
YMCA Trading Recalls Lighters Due to Potential Burn Hazard to Children
YMCA Trading Inc., of Maspeth, N.Y.
Hazard
The multi-purpose lighters fail to meet federal safety standards because they might not contain a child-resistant mechanism, posing a potential fire and burn hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lighters and contact YMCA Trading to arrange for return of the lighter for a refund.
Sold at
Retail stores in New York State from August 2008 through October 2008 for about $1.
Affected count
About 24,000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Gas Match and "Ready, Aim...Fire" Multi-Purpose Lighters
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact YMCA Trading toll-free at (866) 950-9622 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or e-mail the firm at tradingymca@hotmail.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/YMCA-Trading-Recalls-Lighters-Due-to-Potential-Burn-Hazard-to-ChildrenDon't want to check this manually?
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