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Cigarette Lighters Recalled by DFS Group Ltd.

Reported: April 24, 2001 Initiated: April 24, 2001 #01128b

Product Description

The lighters being recalled are refillable electronic ignition lighters and bear location names such as "Hawaii," "Guam," "Saipan," "Las Vegas," "USA" etc. The lighters have flip-up caps over the push-down ignition buttons. An orange label on the back of the lighters reads, "WARNING: KEEP LIGHTER OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN - THIS LIGHTER IS NOT CHILD RESISTANT." The packaging of these sets have labels that read, "MADE IN CHINA."

Reason for Recall

The lighters do not have child-resistant mechanisms. Young children can easily ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards.

Remedy

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

Details

Units Affected
About 65,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/Cigarette-Lighters-Recalled-by-DFS-Group-Ltd

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The lighters being recalled are refillable electronic ignition lighters and bear location names such as "Hawaii," "Guam," "Saipan," "Las Vegas," "USA" etc. The lighters have flip-up caps over the push-down ignition buttons. An orange label on the back of the lighters reads, "WARNING: KEEP LIGHTER OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN - THIS LIGHTER IS NOT CHILD RESISTANT." The packaging of these sets have labels that read, "MADE IN CHINA.". Units affected: About 65,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The lighters do not have child-resistant mechanisms. Young children can easily ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and return them to the DFS store where purchased for a refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 24, 2001. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 01128b.

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