Recall Category: Kids Recalls
Recall Date: 2001-05-02T00:00:00
Product: The "Hotery Pocke Torch" and "Fire Plug" Pocket Torch
Company: The "Hotery Pocke Torch" lighters were sold nationwide, from January 2000 through December 2000, for about $7. The "Pocket Torch" lighters were sold nationwide, from January 1999 to October 2000, for about $7.
Hazard: The lighters do not have child-resistant mechanisms, as required by federal law. Young children could ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards.
Description: The novelty cigarette lighters have two brand names: The "Hotery Pocke Torch" comes in various colors, including red and green, and is shaped like a fire extinguisher. It is a butane-fueled, torch-style lighter with a black plastic cap that fits over the flame port and ignition switch. "HOTERY POCKE TORCH" is written on one side of the lighter, "Made in Taiwan" is written on a sticker on the other side, and "PT-16" is printed on the cap. The cap is attached to the lighter's body by a linked metal chain. The "Pocket Torch" comes in red and dark gray, and is shaped like a fire hydrant. It is a butane-fueled, torch-style lighter with a black cap that fits over the flame port and ignition switch. The words "Fire Plug" appear in red inside of a black disk on both sides of the lighter. The cap is attached to the lighter's body by a linked metal chain.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.
Incidents / Injuries: None reported.
Recall Number: 01139a
Product Type: Other Children’s Product
Hazard Type: Burn / Fire Hazard