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CPSC recall · Reported February 3, 2004

CPSC, Dorcy International Announce Recall of Fuji Batteries Sold with Dorcy Xenon Flashlights

The batteries may overheat, leak, or rupture, presenting a potential for fire and injury.

Recall #
04075
Affected scope
20,000
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Dorcy International Inc. of Columbus, Ohio recalled Each of the 3-volt lithium batteries has a white label with the words "Fuji Power" or "A&… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Dorcy International Announce Recall of Fuji Batteries Sold with Dorcy Xenon Flashli… was recalled by Dorcy International Inc. of Columbus, Ohio in February 3, 2004. Reason: The batteries may overheat, leak, or rupture, presenting a potential for fire and injury.. Remedy: Call Dorcy International Inc. toll-free at (800) 837-8558 to receive free replacement bat…. Verify recall #04075 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Dorcy International Inc. of Columbus, Ohio issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The batteries may overheat, leak, or rupture, presenting a potential for fire and injury..

Moderate
severity level
20K units
affected scope
February 3, 2004
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04075 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #04075) was formally reported on February 3, 2004. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Dorcy International Inc. of Columbus, Ohio is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 20,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The batteries may overheat, leak, or rupture, presenting a potential for fire and injury. 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: Call Dorcy International Inc. toll-free at (800) 837-8558 to receive free replacement batteries for each pair of batteries originally provided with the Spyder Tactical Xenon Light or the Xenon Tactic… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

20,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

Each of the 3-volt lithium batteries has a white label with the words "Fuji Power" or "A&T Fuji Power CR123A." The batteries were provided separately in pairs in packaging with the flashlights.

Reason for recall

The batteries may overheat, leak, or rupture, presenting a potential for fire and injury.

Remedy, what to do

Call Dorcy International Inc. toll-free at (800) 837-8558 to receive free replacement batteries for each pair of batteries originally provided with the Spyder Tactical Xenon Light or the Xenon Tactical Light. Consumers also can return the flashlights to the store for 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 04075
Date reported February 3, 2004
Date initiated February 3, 2004
Recalling firm Dorcy International Inc. of Columbus, Ohio
Affected scope 20,000
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

20,000 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

Call Dorcy International Inc. toll-free at (800) 837-8558 to receive free replacement batteries for each pair of batteries origin…

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  • 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?
Each of the 3-volt lithium batteries has a white label with the words "Fuji Power" or "A&T Fuji Power CR123A." The batteries were provided separately in pairs in packaging with the flashlights.. Recalled by Dorcy International Inc. of Columbus, Ohio. Units affected: 20,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The batteries may overheat, leak, or rupture, presenting a potential for fire and injury.
What should consumers do?
Call Dorcy International Inc. toll-free at (800) 837-8558 to receive free replacement batteries for each pair of batteries originally provided with the Spyder Tactical Xenon Light or the Xenon Tactical Light. Consumers also can return the flashlights to the store for a refund or replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 3, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04075.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (04075) 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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported February 3, 2004. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.