CPSC, Young's J.K. Inc. Announce Recall of Novelty Lighters
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2002-07-24 · 02209
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.
Recall
Number
02209
Date
2002-07-24
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Novelty cigarette lighters in the shape of "Coca Cola" and "Budweiser" beverage cans
Companies
Retailer(s)
Grocery, gift, and liquor stores, as well as smoke shops and gas station food marts in Oregon and southwest Washington sold these lighters, from October 2001 through February 2002, for about $3.
Distributor(s)
Young's J.K. Inc., of Portland, Ore.
Description
These are refillable, gas-fueled, piezo-electric lighters in the shape of beverage cans. One lighter is labeled "Coca Cola" and the other lighter is labeled "Budweiser KING OF BEER." They are attached to keyrings.