Recall Category: Kids Recalls
Recall Date: 2001-04-05T00:00:00
Product: Fleetwood disposable lighters
Company: Convenience, gas, and grocery stores in the southeastern region of the U.S. sold the recalled cigarette lighters, from June 2000 through February 2001, for about $1.
Hazard: The lighters have child-resistant mechanisms that do not work. Young children could ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards.
Description: The disposable cigarette lighters being recalled are oval tube shaped with a roll and press type ignition mechanism. The lighters have a blue, orange, red or clear transparent case and a chrome metal windshield surrounding the flame port. Stamped into one side of the windshield is the brand name "youjie". A warning label on the back of the lighters reads in part, "WARNING: KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN" and "MADE IN CHINA".
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the lighters immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a full refund.
Incidents / Injuries: CPSC and Fleetwood EXIM Inc. have not received any reports of injuries. This recall is being conducted to prevent that possibility of injuries.
Recall Number: 01120
Product Type: Other Children’s Product
Hazard Type: Burn / Fire Hazard