Halloween Flashlights Sold Exclusively at Target Recalled Due to Burn Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2009-10-28 · 10026
Hazards
The flashlights can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
10026
Date
2009-10-28
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Halloween Flashlights
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
DGI LLC, of Warren, N.J.; Tien Hsing, of Wanchai, Hong Kong
Retailer(s)
Target stores nationwide from August 2009 through September 2009 for $1 for the mini flashlights and $2.50 for the flashlights with stencils.
Importer(s)
Target, of Minneapolis, Minn.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves two types of Halloween-themed flashlights: the mini flashlights and flashlights sold with stencils. Mini Flashlights - The mini flashlights have a key ring extending from the bottom and were sold in a pack of three colors: orange, green and black. The orange and purple packaging has "Mini Flashlights (3 Pack)" printed on the front and "DGI", "Made in China" and "DPCI# 234-02-1813" printed on the back. Standard Size Flashlights - Also included in the recall are standard sized flashlights with a black handle and an orange top. The flashlights were sold with six stencils in various colors and images: a pumpkin, ghost, spider, cat, witch and skull & cross-bones. "Flashlight with Stencil" is printed on the front and "Tien Hsing," "Made in China" and "234 02 1838" is printed on the back of the packaging.