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CPSC, L.A. Lighter Inc. Announce Recall of Disposable Cigarette Lighters

U.S. CPSCFireJul 2, 2002
Recalled disposable lighters
Recalled disposable lighters

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Hazard

The lighters may have child-resistant mechanisms that do not meet federal safety standards. Young children may be able to operate these lighters, which could pose a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and contact L.A. Lighter to receive a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

L.A. Lighter has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

Product description

The recalled lighters are made of metal, come in different colors, and have a top that resembles a pencil across a protractor and triangle. To open the port and ignite the flame, consumers press on the pencil. The lighters, which are about three inches high, 7/8 inches wide and 1/4 inch deep, have a ruler along the side. A label on the lighter has the UPC code 7 63052 20108 5 and the words "MADE IN CHINA" and "SLIDE PUSH."

Sold on

Retailers and distributors nationwide sold these lighters, between December 2000 and May 2001, for about $5.

Contact the company

Consumers may contact L.A. Lighter at (800) 499-4708 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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