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CPSCRecalled Oct 28, 2009 · #10026

Halloween Flashlights Sold Exclusively at Target Recalled Due to Burn Hazard

Hazard

The flashlights can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

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Description

This recall involves two types of Halloween-themed flashlights: the mini flashlights and flashlights sold with stencils. Mini Flashlights - The mini flashlights have a key ring extending from the bottom and were sold in a pack of three colors: orange, green and black. The orange and purple packaging has "Mini Flashlights (3 Pack)" printed on the front and "DGI", "Made in China" and "DPCI# 234-02-1813" printed on the back. Standard Size Flashlights - Also included in the recall are standard sized flashlights with a black handle and an orange top. The flashlights were sold with six stencils in various colors and images: a pumpkin, ghost, spider, cat, witch and skull & cross-bones. "Flashlight with Stencil" is printed on the front and "Tien Hsing," "Made in China" and "234 02 1838" is printed on the back of the packaging.

Product details

Product
Halloween Flashlights
Type
Lights (Seasonal)
Manufacturer
DGI LLC, of Warren, N.J. | Tien Hsing, of Wanchai, Hong Kong
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Target stores nationwide from August 2009 through September 2009 for $1 for the mini flashlights and $2.50 for the flashlights with stencils.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumer should immediately stop using the flashlights and return the product to any Target store for a full refund.

View the official CPSC notice