Recalls / 2005-02-10
CPSC, Arett Sales Corp. Announce Recall of Multi-Purpose Barbecue Lighters
05100 · Recalled 2005-02-10 · CPSC page
Description
Sold under the brand name "Kitchen Works," the recalled gas-fueled lighters have an orange or red plastic body, and a silver-colored metal nozzle. Each lighter measures 10¾ inches long.
Hazards
The lighters lack child-resistant mechanisms that meet federal safety standards. Young children could operate these lighters, which pose a fire hazard. Federal standards require multi-purpose lighters to have the same level of child-resistance as required in the safety standard for cigarette lighters. The child-resistant mechanism must operate safely, function for the expected life of the lighter, and not be easy to deactivate. The child-resistant mechanism also must automatically reset after each use.
Reported injuries
ASC has not received any reports of incidents or injuries involving these barbecue lighters.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the lighters immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or dispose of the lighters in a manner that is in compliance with all state and local requirements. Lighters should not be incinerated or punctured.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-Purpose Barbecue Lighters | About 2 million |
Parties
- Importer
- Arett Sales Corporation (ASC), of Cherry Hill, N.J.
- Made in
- China
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers should contact ASC toll-free at (800) 431-1212 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: CPSC recall 05100. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.