Recall Category: Kids Recalls
Recall Date: 2002-01-31T00:00:00
Product: Rekrow Butane Micro Torch Lighter
Company: The lighters were sold nationwide from December 2000 to May 2001.
Hazard: The lighters do not have a child-resistant mechanism, as required by federal law. Young children could ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards.
Description: The recalled lighters are black with a chrome finished flame guard and a red gas control lever on the top. They are about six inches high and 1 3/8" in diameter and "TAIWAN" is imprinted on the chrome metal bottom. A half-inch metal screw facing back serves as an ignition button.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and call the firm to get a full refund.
Incidents / Injuries: None reported.
Recall Number: 02519
Product Type: Other Children’s Product
Hazard Type: Burn / Fire Hazard