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Product Recall Number: 13-239

Why was UCO Arka LED lanterns recalled?

The lantern's wall charger plug can fail during normal use, posing a fire hazard.

UCO Arka LED lanterns
Here's product recall specific data for UCO Arka LED lanterns.

  • Product Recall Number: 13-239

  • Product Safety Warning Number:

  • Date: 2013-07-17

  • Product Safety Warning Date:

  • Name Of Product: UCO Arka LED lanterns

  • Description: The UCO Arka LED lantern's wall charger plug can fail.

  • Hazard Description: The lantern's wall charger plug can fail during normal use, posing a fire hazard.

  • Consumer Action: None Listed

  • Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed

  • Remedy Type: Replace

  • Units: About 2,300

  • Incidents: None reported

  • Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the chargers, unplug them and contact REI to receive a free replacement charger plug. REI is contacting customers directly.

  • Sold At: REI stores nationwide and online from April to May 2013 for about $70. 

  • Importers: None Listed

  • Manufacturers: None Listed

  • Distributors: None Listed

  • Manufactured In: China

  • Custom Label: None Listed

  • Custom Field: None Listed