Recalls / 2003-02-13
CPSC, Young's J.K. Inc. Announce Recall of Novelty Lighters
03081 · Recalled 2003-02-13 · CPSC page
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.
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.
Reported injuries
CPSC has received one report of a 2-year-old using one of these lighters to ignite an upholstered chair. The fire resulted in the death of his 6-year-old brother and permanent brain damage to the 2-year old.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the lighters immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Dolphin-shaped cigarette lighters | About 500 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Young's J.K. Inc.
- Sold at
- Gas stations, smoke shops, grocery, gift, liquor stores sold the lighters in Oregon, Southwest Washington, from 1996 through October 2001, for, $20.
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers can contact Young's J.K. collect at (503) 998-9801 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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Source: CPSC recall 03081. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.