CPSCRecalled Sep 8, 2010 · #10337
Rechargeable Spotlights Recalled by Innovage Due to Burn Hazard
Hazard
The spotlight's charging adapter can overcharge the battery, forcing it to rupture and leak battery acid. This poses a chemical burn hazard to consumers.
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This recall involves the One Million Candlepower Spotlight, a rechargeable halogen light. The handheld spotlight is made of yellow plastic and has a black label that reads, "FIXIT Tools UP TO 1,000,000 CANDLE POWER" or "FIXIT Rechargeable Spotlight." The spotlight is sold with an AC power charger and a 12-volt car utility adapter.
Product details
- Product
- FIXIT One Million Candlepower Rechargeable Spotlights
- Type
- Lights & Accessories
- Manufacturer
- Not specified
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Walgreens, Rite Aid, Bealls, Tuesday Morning, Ace Hardware, Boscov's and Winn-Dixie stores nationwide from October 2003 through October 2009 for about $10.
- Made in
- China
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the spotlights and contact Innovage for a full refund of the regular retail price. For purchases made above the regular retail price, additional refunds will be offered with valid receipts. Consumers are asked to return the product, via a self-addressed stamped envelope or box that will be provided. Instructions for returning the product are posted at www.spotlightrecall.org and are also available from the Innovage call center.