CPSC2010-01-27
Zippo Recalls Candle Lighters Due to Burn Hazard
Product photos
Hazard
Lighters can produce an excessive flame when adjusted to maximum flame setting, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using this product and contact Zippo for information on returning the black adjuster knob and receiving a free replacement Zippo candle lighter.
Sold at
Bath & Body Works and White Barn Candle stores nationwide and online in November 2009 for about $10.
Affected count
About 17,500
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Zippo Slatkin & Co. Candle Lighters
Consumer contact
For additional information, please contact Zippo at (800) 320-7490 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.Zippominimplrecall.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Zippo-Recalls-Candle-Lighters-Due-to-Burn-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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