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CPSC, Style Asia Inc. Announce Recall of Cigarette Lighters

Reported: October 29, 2003 Initiated: October 29, 2003 #04020

Product Description

The Wristwatch lighter is an actual digital wristwatch with a cigarette lighter incorporated into it. The Cigarette-shaped lighter is designed to resemble a filter-tipped cigarette.

Reason for Recall

The cigarette lighters do not have qualified child resistant mechanisms and pose a fire hazard to children.

Remedy

Return the lighters to Style Asia for a refund and discount coupon.

Details

Units Affected
3,000 Wristwatch Lighters, and 5,000 Cigarette-shaped Lighters

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Wristwatch lighter is an actual digital wristwatch with a cigarette lighter incorporated into it. The Cigarette-shaped lighter is designed to resemble a filter-tipped cigarette.. Recalled by Style Asia, Inc. Moonachie, N.J.. Units affected: 3,000 Wristwatch Lighters, and 5,000 Cigarette-shaped Lighters.
Why was this product recalled?
The cigarette lighters do not have qualified child resistant mechanisms and pose a fire hazard to children.
What should consumers do?
Return the lighters to Style Asia for a refund and discount coupon.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 29, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04020.