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CPSC, Browning Announce Recall of Flashlight Batteries

U.S. CPSCInjuriesJan 21, 2004
Recalled Browning CR123A lithium batteries sold with Browning Black Ice flashlights
Recalled Browning CR123A lithium batteries sold with Browning Black Ice flashlights

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Hazard

The batteries can short out, causing the flashlight's canister to rupture and pose injury to the consumer.

Remedy

Consumer should remove the batteries from the flashlights and contact Browning for information on receiving a refund or replacement.

Incidents & injuries

There have been two reports of the flashlights rupturing. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

The recalled 3-volt lithium batteries were packaged in pairs with Browning Black Ice 6-volt Xenon 6 LED flashlights. The batteries were also sold separately in packs of two. No other Black Ice model flashlights are involved in this recall.

Sold on

The flashlights were sold at hunting and sporting goods stores nationwide during December 2003, for about $50.

Contact the company

Contact Browning at (800) 637-0230 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. MT 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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