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CPSC, Micro-Mark Announce Recall of Butane Micro Torch Lighters

U.S. CPSCFireBurnsJan 31, 2002
Recalled Rekrow Butane Micro Torch Lighter
Recalled Rekrow Butane Micro Torch Lighter

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The lighters do not have a child-resistant mechanism, as required by federal law. Young children could ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and call the firm to get a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

The recalled lighters are black with a chrome finished flame guard and a red gas control lever on the top. They are about six inches high and 1 3/8" in diameter and "TAIWAN" is imprinted on the chrome metal bottom. A half-inch metal screw facing back serves as an ignition button.

Sold on

The lighters were sold nationwide from December 2000 to May 2001.

Contact the company

For more information, contact Micro-Mark toll free at (888) 263-7076 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET 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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