CPSC2019-02-27
Harbor Freight Tools Recalls 12V Rechargeable Flashlights Due to Overheating and Burn Hazards
Harbor Freight Tools, of Calabasas, Calif.
Hazard
The flashlight can overheat while charging, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flashlights, and return them to any Harbor Freight Tools location for a refund in the form of a $5 Harbor Freight Tools gift card.
Sold at
Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide from August 2018 through January 2019 for between $2 and $4.
Affected count
About 500,000
Injuries reported
Harbor Freight Tools has received two reports of the flashlight overheating. No reports of injury.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
80 Lumen 12V Rechargeable Flashlights
Consumer contact
Harbor Freight Tools at 800-444-3353 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at recall@harborfreight.com or online at www.harborfreight.com and click on “Recall Safety Information” on the bottom of the homepage for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Harbor-Freight-Tools-Recalls-12V-Rechargeable-Flashlights-Due-to-Overheating-and-Burn-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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