BioLite Recalls Lanterns Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively Online at Kickstarter.Com (Recall Alert)
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2016-11-30 · 17716
Hazards
The lithium-ion battery can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard.
Recall
Number
17716
Date
2016-11-30
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
BioLite BaseLanterns
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Retailer(s)
Online at Kickstarter.com from August 2016 through October 2016 for between $100 to $130.
Importer(s)
BioLite, Inc., of New York
Distributor(s)
BioLite, Inc., of New York
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves the BioLite BaseLantern and BaseLantern XL. These are small rechargeable LED lanterns that function as both a light and a powerbank. BaseLanterns are about 5 inches (height) by 5 inches (width) by 2 inches (depth), and are silver in color, and weigh about 2 pounds. The affected serial numbers are PLC000001-PLC004000, and PLCXL000001-PLCXL006000. The serial number is located on the bottom of the device and on the bottom of the product packaging.