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CPSC, Aristo Home and Garden Announce Recall of "Fire Stick" Multi-Purpose Lighters

Reported: June 13, 2005 Initiated: June 13, 2005 #05191

Product Description

These refillable butane-fueled lighters are silver in color with a black sliding switch at the middle of the product. Two models of the lighters are included in this recall: a 7-inch model (model number 324007) and a 12-inch model (model number 324012). "Aristo Home & Garden" and "Fire Stick" are printed on the products' original packaging.

Reason for Recall

The lighters fail to meet federal safety standards because they lack child-resistant mechanisms. If young children gain access to these multi-purpose lighters, they can pose a fire hazard or burn risk.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and return them to their place of purchase for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
These refillable butane-fueled lighters are silver in color with a black sliding switch at the middle of the product. Two models of the lighters are included in this recall: a 7-inch model (model number 324007) and a 12-inch model (model number 324012). "Aristo Home & Garden" and "Fire Stick" are printed on the products' original packaging.. Recalled by Aristo Home and Garden, of West Deptford, N.J.. Units affected: About 36,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The lighters fail to meet federal safety standards because they lack child-resistant mechanisms. If young children gain access to these multi-purpose lighters, they can pose a fire hazard or burn risk.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and return them to their place of purchase for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 13, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05191.