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CPSC, Gladstrong Investments USA Announce Recall of Disposable Lighters

Reported: April 17, 2001 Initiated: April 17, 2001 #01124

Product Description

The recalled lighters have their brand name, "BODA-BING," "GIL," "HAPPY," or "WAX" stamped on both sides of their metal tops. The UPC bar code on the lighters' labels is "0-80692-99930-1," "0-295114-0" or starts with "7-55998." Writing on these lighters includes "MADE IN CHINA." The lighters were sold in various colors.

Reason for Recall

The lighters' child-resistant mechanisms are frequently ineffective. Young children are able to operate the lighters, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 13 million
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Gladstrong-Investments-USA-Announce-Recall-of-Disposable-Lighters1

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled lighters have their brand name, "BODA-BING," "GIL," "HAPPY," or "WAX" stamped on both sides of their metal tops. The UPC bar code on the lighters' labels is "0-80692-99930-1," "0-295114-0" or starts with "7-55998." Writing on these lighters includes "MADE IN CHINA." The lighters were sold in various colors.. Units affected: About 13 million.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The lighters' child-resistant mechanisms are frequently ineffective. Young children are able to operate the lighters, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 17, 2001. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 01124.

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