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CPSC, Zippo Announce Recall of Multi-Purpose Utility Lighters

Reported: October 20, 2004 Initiated: October 20, 2004 #05019

Product Description

The Zippo MPL (Multi-Purpose Lighter) uses refillable butane fuel, is child resistant, and measures 8 inches long and 1 inch wide. The utility lighter is finished in black metal or silver metal with a chrome nozzle. The black unit is packaged in a blister pack with black and red graphics and the silver unit is in a silver gift box. Only utility lighters with these date codes are recalled: G03, H03, I03, ZH03. The date code is on the black adjuster knob on the bottom of the lighter.

Reason for Recall

The utility lighters may spill fuel from the nozzle when first used, causing a potential fire hazard, through a secondary source of ignition.

Remedy

Free replacement multi-purpose lighter when consumer sends to the company the black adjuster knob from the bottom of the lighter.

Details

Units Affected
101,557
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Zippo-Announce-Recall-of-Multi-Purpose-Utility-Lighters-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The Zippo MPL (Multi-Purpose Lighter) uses refillable butane fuel, is child resistant, and measures 8 inches long and 1 inch wide. The utility lighter is finished in black metal or silver metal with a chrome nozzle. The black unit is packaged in a blister pack with black and red graphics and the silver unit is in a silver gift box. Only utility lighters with these date codes are recalled: G03, H03, I03, ZH03. The date code is on the black adjuster knob on the bottom of the lighter.. Recalled by Zippo Manufacturing Company, of Bradford, Pa.. Units affected: 101,557.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The utility lighters may spill fuel from the nozzle when first used, causing a potential fire hazard, through a secondary source of ignition.
What should consumers do? ▼
Free replacement multi-purpose lighter when consumer sends to the company the black adjuster knob from the bottom of the lighter.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 20, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05019.

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