CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2007-02-22

Safety Alert: CFM U.S. Corp. Multi-Purpose Gas Lighters Sold at Wal-Mart Lack Safety Warning Labels

07112 · Recalled 2007-02-22 · CPSC page

Safety Warning Label
Safety Warning Label

Description

The recall involves three models of multi-purpose butane lighters sold under the brand name, The Grill Care Company®. The lighters are nine or 11 inches long and have the words "The Grill Care Company" and "NOM" printed on the label affixed to each lighter. As shown in the pictures, the lighter's body comes in several colors. Only lighters that have Spanish warnings and do not have English warnings are included in this recall.

Hazards

The lighters do not have a label in English containing precautionary information concerning the proper use and operation. Failure to follow the instructions in the warning label could result in injury.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should contact CFM to obtain safety warning labels in English and instructions for proper placement of the labels on the lighters.

Products

NameModelUnits
Multi-Purpose Gas LightersAbout 1.8 million

Parties

Importer
CFM U.S. Corp., of Huntington, Ind.
Made in
China
Sold at
Wal-Mart, $4.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact CFM toll-free at (866) 333-4833 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

More images

Lighter with black body
Lighter with black body
Lighters with blue, red, orange, black or green body
Lighters with blue, red, orange, black or green body
Lighter with red body
Lighter with red body

Source: CPSC recall 07112. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.