CPSC, Young's J.K. Inc. Announce Recall of Novelty Lighters
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2003-02-13 · 03081
Hazards
These lighters do not have child-resistant mechanisms, as required by federal law. Young children can ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards.
Recall
Number
03081
Date
2003-02-13
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Dolphin-shaped cigarette lighters
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Young's J.K. Inc., of Portland, Ore.
Retailer(s)
Gas stations, smoke shops, grocery, gift and liquor stores sold the lighters in Oregon and Southwest Washington, from 1996 through October 2001, for between $8 and $20.
Description
The refillable, dolphin-shaped cigarette lighters are butane gas-fueled and made of metal. There are three models involved in this recall. One of the lighters features a dolphin with a large ball and is labeled "1988.8 Young's Wholes 14.9." Another lighter features a single dolphin and is labeled "00005011 $14.00 EA." The last model features two dolphins and a ball, and has no label.