CPSC recall · Reported May 8, 2002
CPSC, Astra International and Consumers Union Announce Recall of Glove Compartment Organizer
The flashlight can overheat when the batteries are inserted, presenting a possible burn hazard. Also, the tire gauge does not produce accurate measurements when used.
Consumers Union, of Yonkers, Ny recalled Astra International imported and sold these glove compartment organizers exclusively to C….
CPSC, Astra International and Consumers Union Announce Recall of Glove Compartment Organi… was recalled by Consumers Union, of Yonkers, Ny in May 8, 2002. Reason: The flashlight can overheat when the batteries are inserted, presenting a possible burn hazard. Also, the tir…. Remedy: Consumers should contact Consumers Union immediately for further information. Those who r…. Verify recall #02537 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Consumers Union, of Yonkers, Ny issued this CPSC recall-The flashlight can overheat when the batteries are inserted, presenting a possible burn hazard. Also, the tir….
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- agency class
- May 8, 2002
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #02537 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
Astra International imported and sold these glove compartment organizers exclusively to Consumers Union. They were mailed in a white cardboard box, the kit is a black-cloth-covered case containing a flashlight, tire gauge, pocketknife, pen and pad.
Reason for recall
The flashlight can overheat when the batteries are inserted, presenting a possible burn hazard. Also, the tire gauge does not produce accurate measurements when used.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should contact Consumers Union immediately for further information. Those who return the kit to Consumers Union or show they've discarded it will also have their magazine subscription extended for six months free of charge. In addition, Consumers Union will mail two free books to consumers as a replacement for the premium.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 02537 |
| Date reported | May 8, 2002 |
| Date initiated | May 8, 2002 |
| Recalling firm | Consumers Union, of Yonkers, Ny |
| Affected scope | About 15,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should contact Consumers Union immediately for further information. Those who return the kit to Consumers Union or show…
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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