CPSC2009-10-28
Halloween Flashlights Sold Exclusively at Target Recalled Due to Burn Hazard
DGI LLC, of Warren, N.J.
Hazard
The flashlights can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumer should immediately stop using the flashlights and return the product to any Target store for a full refund.
Sold at
Target stores nationwide from August 2009 through September 2009 for $1 for the mini flashlights and $2.50 for the flashlights with stencils.
Affected count
About 610,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received eight reports of flashlights overheating and melting, including one report of burns to the hand.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Halloween Flashlights
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.target.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Halloween-Flashlights-Sold-Exclusively-at-Target-Recalled-Due-to-Burn-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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