CPSC2014-05-01
Altria Group Distribution Company Recalls Flashlight Due to Burn, Injury Hazards; Distributed Exclusively through Marlboro Promotion (Recall Alert)
Altria Group Distribution Company, of Richmond, Va.
Hazard
Matches inside the match holder can ignite when in contact with the striker pad beneath the compass cap, posing burn and injury hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product, remove the matches and store them safely and contact AGDC for a free replacement item of equal or greater value. AGDC is contacting consumers directly.
Sold at
Marlboro.com and 1-800-Marlboro free of charge from January 2014 through March 2014.
Affected count
About 365,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received 11 reports of the matches igniting inside the product, including two reports of the product exploding. One consumer reported receiving minor burns and one reported receiving medical attention for injuries to his hand.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
3-in-1 flashlight, compass and match holder
Consumer contact
Altria Group Distribution Company (AGDC) toll-free at (888) 597-5387 from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Saturday and Sunday or online at www.marlboro.com or www.philipmorrisusa.com and click on "3-in-1 Flashlight Recall" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Altria-Group-Distribution-Company-Recalls-FlashlightDon't want to check this manually?
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