Recalls / 2001-05-02
CPSC, Tools Exchange Inc. Announce Recall of Novelty Cigarette Lighters
01139a · Recalled 2001-05-02 · CPSC page
Description
The novelty cigarette lighters have two brand names: The "Hotery Pocke Torch" comes in various colors, including red and green, and is shaped like a fire extinguisher. It is a butane-fueled, torch-style lighter with a black plastic cap that fits over the flame port and ignition switch. "HOTERY POCKE TORCH" is written on one side of the lighter, "Made in Taiwan" is written on a sticker on the other side, and "PT-16" is printed on the cap. The cap is attached to the lighter's body by a linked metal chain. The "Pocket Torch" comes in red and dark gray, and is shaped like a fire hydrant. It is a butane-fueled, torch-style lighter with a black cap that fits over the flame port and ignition switch. The words "Fire Plug" appear in red inside of a black disk on both sides of the lighter. The cap is attached to the lighter's body by a linked metal chain.
Hazards
Reported injuries
Remedy
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| The "Hotery Pocke Torch" and "Fire Plug" Pocket Torch | About 5,300 |
Parties
- Importer
- Tools Exchange Inc., of Lynwood, Calif.
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Sold at
- The "Hotery Pocke Torch" lighters were sold nationwide, from January 2000 through December 2000, for about $7. The "Pocket Torch" lighters were sold nationwide, from January 1999 to October 2000, for about $7.
Consumer contact
For more information, call Tools Exchange collect at (310) 604-4444 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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Source: CPSC recall 01139a. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.