CPSC recall · Reported September 25, 2003
CPSC, Galls Announce Recall of Batteries Sold with Galls® H.A.L.O. Tactical Flashlights
The batteries originally provided with the flashlight may overheat or explode, presenting a potential for fire or personal injury.
Galls Inc., of Lexington, Kentucky recalled The batteries were provided in pairs. Each is a 3-volt lithium battery with a white label….
CPSC, Galls Announce Recall of Batteries Sold with Galls® H.A.L.O. Tactical Flashlights was recalled by Galls Inc., of Lexington, Kentucky in September 25, 2003. Reason: The batteries originally provided with the flashlight may overheat or explode, presenting a potential for fir…. Remedy: Call Galls to receive free replacement batteries for each pair of batteries originally re…. Verify recall #03195 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Galls Inc., of Lexington, Kentucky issued this CPSC recall-The batteries originally provided with the flashlight may overheat or explode, presenting a potential for fir….
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- agency class
- September 25, 2003
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03195 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
The batteries were provided in pairs. Each is a 3-volt lithium battery with a white label. The name "Fuji Power" or "A&T Fuji Power CR123A" is on the label.
Reason for recall
The batteries originally provided with the flashlight may overheat or explode, presenting a potential for fire or personal injury.
Remedy, what to do
Call Galls to receive free replacement batteries for each pair of batteries originally received with your Galls® H.A.L.O. Tactical Flashlight purchased prior to June 2003. If you have already replaced the batteries (Galls recommends that Duracell Ultra 123 3-volt lithium replacement batteries be used), Galls will provide an equivalent credit ($10.99 for each pair of Fuji Power or A&T Fuji Power lithium batteries) that can be redeemed towards the purchase of any other merchandise ordered from Galls.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 03195 |
| Date reported | September 25, 2003 |
| Date initiated | September 25, 2003 |
| Recalling firm | Galls Inc., of Lexington, Kentucky |
| Affected scope | Approximately 10,084 |
| 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
Call Galls to receive free replacement batteries for each pair of batteries originally received with your Galls® H.A.L.O. Tactica…
- Check the recall number (03195) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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