CPSC2016-04-12
Coleman Recalls Flashlights Due to Fire Hazard
Kaper Industrial LTD, of Hong Kong, China
Hazard
The lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flashlights and contact Coleman for instructions on returning the flashlights for a full refund.
Sold at
Academy Sports + Outdoors, Green Supply, Sportsman's Supply Company and sporting goods stores nationwide and online at www.coleman.com and www.amazon.com from January 2014 through August 2015 for between $65 and $75.
Affected count
About 8,500 in the United States (in addition, about 500 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
Coleman has received two reports of the flashlight batteries overheating, catching fire and causing minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Coleman® CTAC Lithium-Ion Flashlights
Consumer contact
Coleman at 800-835-3278 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at consumerservice@coleman.com or online at www.coleman.com and click on "Safety Information" under the "Customer Support" tab at the bottom of the page and then click on "CTAC Lithium-Ion Flashlight Recall" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Coleman-Recalls-FlashlightsDon't want to check this manually?
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