CPSC2011-12-01
Halloween Projection Flashlights Recalled by Nygala Corp. Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Nygala Corp., of Teterboro, N.J.
Hazard
The flashlights can overheat, blister and melt, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flashlights, remove and properly discard the batteries and return the flashlights to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Sold at
Discount stores in California, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas and Utah from August 2010 through October 2011 for about $1.
Affected count
About 10,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received one reported incident involving a flashlight that overheated, blistered and melted.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Halloween Projection Flashlights
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Nygala Corp. at (800) 445-5936 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website www.flomousa.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Halloween-Projection-Flashlights-Recalled-by-Nygala-Corp-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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