Product Recall Number: 02-519
Why was Rekrow Butane Micro Torch Lighter recalled?
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.
Product Recall Number: 02-519
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Date: 2002-01-30
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Name Of Product: Rekrow Butane Micro Torch Lighter
Description: Micro-Mark of Berkeley Heights, N. J., is voluntarily recalling about 260 Rekrow Butane Micro Torch Lighters. 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. The lighters were sold nationwide from December 2000 to May 2001.
Hazard Description: 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.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Refund
Units: 260
Incidents: None reported.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and call the firm to get a full refund.
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