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CPSC, The Sarut Group d/b/a City Limit Announce Recall of Fish-Shaped Cigarette Lighters

Reported: October 29, 2003 Initiated: October 29, 2003 #04019

Product Description

These novelty cigarette lighters have a metallic colored plastic body and are shaped to resemble a fish and come in a variety of 18 different colors. Colored designs are painted on the body of the fish. The lighters contain a black lighter insert which can be pulled out of the body of the fish. The inserts have a white colored fish skeleton painted on the side.

Reason for Recall

The lighters lack the required child resistant mechanisms and can expose children to fire hazards.

Remedy

Return the lighters to the retail firm or Sarut Group for a full refund and a discount coupon on your next purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
These novelty cigarette lighters have a metallic colored plastic body and are shaped to resemble a fish and come in a variety of 18 different colors. Colored designs are painted on the body of the fish. The lighters contain a black lighter insert which can be pulled out of the body of the fish. The inserts have a white colored fish skeleton painted on the side.. Recalled by The Sarut Group d/b/a as City Limit, of New York, N.Y.. Units affected: 3,100.
Why was this product recalled?
The lighters lack the required child resistant mechanisms and can expose children to fire hazards.
What should consumers do?
Return the lighters to the retail firm or Sarut Group for a full refund and a discount coupon on your next purchase.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 29, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04019.