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CPSC, Astra International and Consumers Union Announce Recall of Glove Compartment Organizer

U.S. CPSCBurnsMay 8, 2002
Recalled glove compartment organizer
Recalled glove compartment organizer

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

Hazard

The flashlight can overheat when the batteries are inserted, presenting a possible burn hazard. Also, the tire gauge does not produce accurate measurements when used.

Remedy

Consumers should contact Consumers Union immediately for further information. Those who return the kit to Consumers Union or show they've discarded it will also have their magazine subscription extended for six months free of charge. In addition, Consumers Union will mail two free books to consumers as a replacement for the premium.

Incidents & injuries

Consumers Union has received eight reports of flashlights overheating, including two minor burns to the hand.

Product description

Astra International imported and sold these glove compartment organizers exclusively to Consumers Union. They were mailed in a white cardboard box, the kit is a black-cloth-covered case containing a flashlight, tire gauge, pocketknife, pen and pad.

Sold on

Consumer Reports magazine, published by Consumers Union, offered this premium to new subscribers, between October 2001 and April 2002

Contact the company

For more information, contact Consumers Union toll free at (888) 471-8860, between 9:15 a.m. and 5:00 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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