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Halloween Projection Flashlights Recalled by Nygala Corp. Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Reported: December 1, 2011 Initiated: December 1, 2011 #12051

Product Description

The black and orange plastic flashlight is 6 1/2 inches long and has pumpkins, bats, witches, haunted houses and cats on the handle. The flashlights come with six different plastic lenses that attach to the flashlight to project various images, including a pumpkin, bat, witch, haunted house and cat. The flashlights use two AA batteries. "Flomo," "HW189" and UPC 677916518266 are printed on the packaging.

Reason for Recall

The flashlights can overheat, blister and melt, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flashlights, remove and properly discard the batteries and return the flashlights to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 10,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Halloween-Projection-Flashlights-Recalled-by-Nygala-Corp-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The black and orange plastic flashlight is 6 1/2 inches long and has pumpkins, bats, witches, haunted houses and cats on the handle. The flashlights come with six different plastic lenses that attach to the flashlight to project various images, including a pumpkin, bat, witch, haunted house and cat. The flashlights use two AA batteries. "Flomo," "HW189" and UPC 677916518266 are printed on the packaging.. Units affected: About 10,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The flashlights can overheat, blister and melt, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flashlights, remove and properly discard the batteries and return the flashlights to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 1, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12051.

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