CPSC2012-01-05
Target Recalls LED Flashlight Sets Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Target Corporation, of Minneapolis, Minn.
Hazard
When turned on, the flashlights can heat up, smoke or melt, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the flashlights and return them to any Target store for a full refund.
Sold at
Target stores nationwide from October 2010 through December 2011 for about $10 per set.
Affected count
About 55,000
Injuries reported
Target has received reports of four incidents with the flashlights, including two minor burn injuries to consumer's hands.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
6-pc. LED Flashlight Sets
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 website at www.target.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Target-Recalls-LED-Flashlight-Sets-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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