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CPSC recall · Reported January 21, 2004

CPSC, Browning Announce Recall of Flashlight Batteries

The batteries can short out, causing the flashlight's canister to rupture and pose injury to the consumer.

Recall #
04067
Affected scope
12,500
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Browning, of Morgan, Utah recalled The recalled 3-volt lithium batteries were packaged in pairs with Browning Black Ice 6-vo… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Browning Announce Recall of Flashlight Batteries was recalled by Browning, of Morgan, Utah in January 21, 2004. Reason: The batteries can short out, causing the flashlight's canister to rupture and pose injury to the consumer.. Remedy: Consumer should remove the batteries from the flashlights and contact Browning for inform…. Verify recall #04067 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Browning, of Morgan, Utah issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The batteries can short out, causing the flashlight's canister to rupture and pose injury to the consumer..

Moderate
severity level
13K units
affected scope
January 21, 2004
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04067 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #04067) was formally reported on January 21, 2004. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Browning, of Morgan, Utah is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 12,500.

The documented reason for this recall is: The batteries can short out, causing the flashlight's canister to rupture and pose injury to the consumer. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumer should remove the batteries from the flashlights and contact Browning for information on receiving a refund or replacement. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

12,500

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled 3-volt lithium batteries were packaged in pairs with Browning Black Ice 6-volt Xenon 6 LED flashlights. The batteries were also sold separately in packs of two. No other Black Ice model flashlights are involved in this recall.

Reason for recall

The batteries can short out, causing the flashlight's canister to rupture and pose injury to the consumer.

Remedy, what to do

Consumer should remove the batteries from the flashlights and contact Browning for information on receiving a refund or replacement.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 04067
Date reported January 21, 2004
Date initiated January 21, 2004
Recalling firm Browning, of Morgan, Utah
Affected scope 12,500
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

12,500 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) -
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

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

Consumer should remove the batteries from the flashlights and contact Browning for information on receiving a refund or replaceme…

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  • 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 recalled 3-volt lithium batteries were packaged in pairs with Browning Black Ice 6-volt Xenon 6 LED flashlights. The batteries were also sold separately in packs of two. No other Black Ice model flashlights are involved in this recall.. Recalled by Browning, of Morgan, Utah. Units affected: 12,500.
Why was this product recalled?
The batteries can short out, causing the flashlight's canister to rupture and pose injury to the consumer.
What should consumers do?
Consumer should remove the batteries from the flashlights and contact Browning for information on receiving a refund or replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 21, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04067.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (04067) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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