CPSC recall · Reported February 26, 2004
CPSC, Quality Fresh Cigars Announce Recall of Lighters
These novelty lighters were imported without first being tested to show compliance with CPSC requirements that the lighters be child-resistant. They pose fire and burn hazards to …
Quality Fresh Cigars, of Troy, Mich. recalled There are two styles of lighters included in this recall. Nibo Space 5, model 12679, is a….
CPSC, Quality Fresh Cigars Announce Recall of Lighters was recalled by Quality Fresh Cigars, of Troy, Mich. in February 26, 2004. Reason: These novelty lighters were imported without first being tested to show compliance with CPSC requirements tha…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately. Consumers should dispose of the l…. Verify recall #04536 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Quality Fresh Cigars, of Troy, Mich. issued this CPSC recall-These novelty lighters were imported without first being tested to show compliance with CPSC requirements tha….
- None
- agency class
- 313 units
- affected scope
- February 26, 2004
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04536 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.
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Product description
There are two styles of lighters included in this recall. Nibo Space 5, model 12679, is a silver-colored lighter. The lighter is 2 7/8" tall and is in the shape of a spaceship. The word "SPACE" appears on one side of the lighter and the word "NIBO" appears on the other side. Nibo Space 19, model 13919, is a metal lighter that resembles a toy. The lighter is 3" tall. The word "NIBO" appears in a raised circle on one side of the lighter.
Reason for recall
These novelty lighters were imported without first being tested to show compliance with CPSC requirements that the lighters be child-resistant. They pose fire and burn hazards to young children.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately. Consumers should dispose of the lighter in a manner that is in compliance with any state or local requirements. The lighters should not be incinerated or punctured. Consumers can obtain a gift certificate for $19.95, if purchased or $5.00, if received as a gift by mailing a copy of the signed Disposal Notification Form to Quality Fresh. Consumers should send correspondence to: QFC-Nibo Recall, 1241 Chicago Road, Troy, MI 48083.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04536 |
| Date reported | February 26, 2004 |
| Date initiated | February 26, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Quality Fresh Cigars, of Troy, Mich. |
| Affected scope | 313 |
| 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
Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately. Consumers should dispose of the lighter in a manner that is in compliance…
- Check the recall number (04536) 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
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