Stop using nowConsumer product recall · CPSC · Published December 9, 2020
Spirit Halloween Children's Flashlights Recall: Fire and Burn Hazards
Spirit Halloween recalls children's flashlights with batteries that can overheat, causing burns and fires. Consumers should stop using, remove batteries, and get a refund.
“Spirit Halloween Children's Flashlights Recall: Fire and Burn Hazards.” GovInfoNow, updated August 3, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/2952-spirit-halloween-children-s-flashlights-recall-fire-and-burn-hazards. Based on CPSC recall #8956 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Spirit-Halloween-Recalls-Childrens-Flashlights-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards).
The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Dec. 9, 2020, that Spirit Halloween is recalling children's flashlights due to fire and burn hazards from overheating batteries. Owners should immediately stop using the product and contact the company for a full refund.
How to tell if you have it
Brand: Spirit Halloween
Product: Children's flashlights with interchangeable light covers
Models: ZAG Miraculous flashlight (red, Marinette/Ladybug characters), Ghostbusters flashlight (green, logo), My Little Pony flashlight (light blue, colorful ponies)
Date code: 20-05-966658-SP1 printed on the upper side
Sold at: Spirit Halloween stores nationwide from August 2020 through September 2020
What to do
Consumers should immediately take the flashlight away from children, stop using it, remove the batteries and dispose of the flashlight; and contact Spirit Halloween for a full refund. Contact the company toll-free at 866-586-0155 from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at GuestServices@spirithalloween.com or online at www.spirithalloween.com and click on product recall at the bottom of homepage for more information.
The hazard
The batteries in the flashlight can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards. The firm has received four reports of the flashlight overheating, including one minor burn.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show other recent recalls of similar products include Bethlehem Lights Sphere Recall (2026-05-21) and Excel Industries LED Light Kits Recall (2026-08-27). A Member's Mark Children's Pajamas recall for burn hazard was also reported on 2026-04-02.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the date code 20-05-966658-SP1 on the upper side of the flashlight. The flashlights have specific colors: red with Marinette and Ladybug, green with Ghostbusters, or light blue with My Little Pony characters.
Brand
Spirit Halloween
Product
Children's flashlights
Category
Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy
What to do — step by step
Stop Using It Now
Immediately take the flashlight away from children, stop using it, and remove the batteries.
Get a Refund
Contact Spirit Halloween for a full refund after removing the batteries and disposing of the flashlight.
Official remedy
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should immediately take the flashlight away from children, stop using it, remove the batteries and dispose of the flashlight; and contact Spirit Halloween for a full refund.
Where it went
Where it was sold
Sold nationwide.
Nationwide
Not listed
CPSC “Sold at”: “Spirit Halloween stores nationwide from August 2020 through September 2020 for about $8.”
Sold nationwide.
Take action
Contact Spirit Halloween
We’ve drafted a message you can send Spirit Halloween to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 8956 — Spirit Halloween Children's Flashlights Recall: Fire and Burn Hazards
Hello,
I own a Spirit Halloween Children's Flashlights Recall: Fire and Burn Hazards that is covered by recall 8956 from Spirit Halloween.
The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately take the flashlight away from children, stop using it, remove the batteries and dispose of the flashlight; and contact Spirit Halloween for a full refund.
I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?
Thank you.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on August 3, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the CPSC notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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