[Recalled] Novelty cigarette lighters — This recall involves two types of lighters | CPSC 2002-06-12
The product on this page is subject to an official recall. We summarise the regulator's findings and the recommended action.
Recall details
| Product | Novelty cigarette lighters |
|---|---|
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 02177 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 12 June 2002 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: This recall involves two types of lighters. The first type is a refillable liquid-fueled lighter with various decals depicting one of the following: a frog with a banjo sitting on a lily, a man in the moon, Tweety Bird, a unicorn, and a skull and crossbones. "Made in China" is written on a label on these lighters. The second type of lighter is a refillable, gas-fueled, piezo-electric lighter with a dolphin molded on the side. The dolphin's head serves as a hinged cover for the ignition button and flame port. There is no writing on these lighters. Hazards: These lighters do not have child-resistant mechanisms, as required by federal law. Young children could ignite the lighters, posing fire and burn hazards.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
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