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CPSCRecalled Aug 3, 2011 · #11296

NexTorch Recalls Flashlight Batteries Due to Fire Hazard

Hazard

Batteries can overheat and rupture, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

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Description

The recalled product is a NexTorch NT123A flashlight battery, bearing the trademark ™ superscript, rather than registered trademark ® superscript. Its body is silver metallic-colored and has the NexTorch logo and the voltage (3 V) on it. The battery is often packaged with NexTorch flashlights.

Product details

Product
NexTorch™ NT123A flashlight batteries
Type
Batteries and Chargers
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Firearm dealers and law enforcement supply stores, and on the Web, including amazon.com and the firm's website www.nextorch.com, from July 2007 to July 2011 for about $2 per battery.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop use of the battery and contact NexTorch for instructions on how to receive a free replacement.

View the official CPSC notice