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CPSC recall · Reported December 2, 2003

CPSC, SCI Promotion Group LLC and Scripto-Tokai Corp. Announce Recall of Mini-Flashlights

The mini-flashlight's battery compartment can overheat, presenting a possible burn hazard to consumers.

Recall #
04045
Affected scope
448,000
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Sci Promotion Group LLC of Ontario, Calif. recalled The mini-flashlights were provided to consumers as a free gift with the purchase of Aim n….

CPSC, SCI Promotion Group LLC and Scripto-Tokai Corp. Announce Recall of Mini-Flashlights was recalled by Sci Promotion Group LLC of Ontario, Calif. in December 2, 2003. Reason: The mini-flashlight's battery compartment can overheat, presenting a possible burn hazard to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should remove the batteries and discard the mini- flashlights.. Verify recall #04045 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Sci Promotion Group LLC of Ontario, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The mini-flashlight's battery compartment can overheat, presenting a possible burn hazard to consumers..

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agency class
448K units
affected scope
December 2, 2003
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04045 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope (see the Recall Profile below) is large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking. 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.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Product description

The mini-flashlights were provided to consumers as a free gift with the purchase of Aim n' Flame II multi-purpose lighters. The black, plastic flashlight is about 5-1/4 inches long with a thin red ring around the barrel. There is no safety issue relating to the multi-purpose lighter and it is not the subject of this voluntary recall.

Reason for recall

The mini-flashlight's battery compartment can overheat, presenting a possible burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should remove the batteries and discard the mini- flashlights.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 04045
Date reported December 2, 2003
Date initiated December 2, 2003
Recalling firm Sci Promotion Group LLC of Ontario, Calif.
Affected scope 448,000
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.

Scale of Impact

448,000 units affected - multi-state distribution scale.

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Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) ✓ This recall
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Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should remove the batteries and discard the mini- flashlights.

  • Check the recall number (04045) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The mini-flashlights were provided to consumers as a free gift with the purchase of Aim n' Flame II multi-purpose lighters. The black, plastic flashlight is about 5-1/4 inches long with a thin red ring around the barrel. There is no safety issue relating to the multi-purpose lighter and it is not the subject of this voluntary recall.. Recalled by Sci Promotion Group LLC of Ontario, Calif.. Units affected: 448,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The mini-flashlight's battery compartment can overheat, presenting a possible burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should remove the batteries and discard the mini- flashlights.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 2, 2003. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 04045.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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