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.
Browning, of Morgan, Utah recalled The recalled 3-volt lithium batteries were packaged in pairs with Browning Black Ice 6-vo….
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 CPSC recall-The batteries can short out, causing the flashlight's canister to rupture and pose injury to the consumer..
- None
- agency class
- 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 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.
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.
Electronics recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 622 electronics recalls on record
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
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| 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.
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…
- Check the recall number (04067) 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? ▼
Why was this product recalled? ▼
What should consumers do? ▼
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Nationwide recalls with similar severity or category timing
Consumer-product notices outside this firm and state, matched by severity timing and product category.
Similar severity · nearest report date
Same archive severity grade, closest by report date among other firms and states.
Similar Electronics · nearest report date
Same product category, closest by report date among other firms and states (deduped against the severity set).
Compare this recall with JINHEZO Mini Waterproof LED Tea Lights Recalled Due to Risk… → · All Electronics recalls
Methodology · Corrections · Archive as of August 2026