CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2004-01-21

CPSC, Browning Announce Recall of Flashlight Batteries

04067 · Recalled 2004-01-21 · CPSC page

Recalled Browning CR123A lithium batteries sold with Browning Black Ice flashlights
Recalled Browning CR123A lithium batteries sold with Browning Black Ice flashlights

Description

The recalled 3-volt lithium batteries were packaged in pairs with Browning Black Ice 6-volt Xenon 6 LED flashlights. The batteries were also sold separately in packs of two. No other Black Ice model flashlights are involved in this recall.

Hazards

The batteries can short out, causing the flashlight's canister to rupture and pose injury to the consumer.

Reported injuries

There have been two reports of the flashlights rupturing. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumer should remove the batteries from the flashlights and contact Browning for information on receiving a refund or replacement.

Products

NameModelUnits
Browning CR123A lithium batteries sold with Browning Black Ice flashlights12,500

Parties

Manufacturer
Browning
Made in
China
Sold at
The flashlights were sold at hunting, sporting goods during December 2003, for about $50.

Consumer contact

Contact Browning at (800) 637-0230 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. MT Monday through Friday.

Source: CPSC recall 04067. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.