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CPSCRecalled May 1, 2014 · #14733

Altria Group Distribution Company Recalls Flashlight Due to Burn, Injury Hazards; Distributed Exclusively through Marlboro Promotion (Recall Alert)

Hazard

Matches inside the match holder can ignite when in contact with the striker pad beneath the compass cap, posing burn and injury hazards to consumers.

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Description

The recalled product is a bronze-colored 3-in-1 flashlight that was distributed as a promotional item for Marlboro brand cigarettes. The flashlight is 4.5 inches long and 1 inch in diameter and has five LED lights. It has a compartment for storing matches and an end cap that has compass in the top. The cap with the compass has a striker pad on the inside. It came with 20 wooden matches and a removable foam insert between the matches and the striker pad.

Product details

Product
3-in-1 flashlight, compass and match holder
Type
Flashlights or Battery-Powered Lanterns
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Marlboro.com and 1-800-Marlboro free of charge from January 2014 through March 2014.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product, remove the matches and store them safely and contact AGDC for a free replacement item of equal or greater value. AGDC is contacting consumers directly.

View the official CPSC notice