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CPSC, Dorcy International Announce Recall of Fuji Batteries Sold with Dorcy Xenon Flashlights

U.S. CPSCFireFeb 3, 2004
Recalled battery pack provided with Dorcy Spyder Tactical Xenon Light
Recalled battery pack provided with Dorcy Spyder Tactical Xenon Light
Recalled battery pack provided with Dorcy Xenon Tactical Light
Recalled battery pack provided with Dorcy Xenon Tactical Light

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

Hazard

The batteries may overheat, leak, or rupture, presenting a potential for fire and injury.

Remedy

Call Dorcy International Inc. toll-free at (800) 837-8558 to receive free replacement batteries for each pair of batteries originally provided with the Spyder Tactical Xenon Light or the Xenon Tactical Light. Consumers also can return the flashlights to the store for a refund or replacement.

Incidents & injuries

Five reports have been received about batteries overheating and causing the flashlight to burst. Dorcy has received four reports of minor damage to clothing and personal items and burn injuries. In one case, the batteries allegedly caused or contributed to a house fire.

Product description

Each of the 3-volt lithium batteries has a white label with the words "Fuji Power" or "A&T Fuji Power CR123A." The batteries were provided separately in pairs in packaging with the flashlights.

Sold on

National retailers including BJ's Wholesale Club, Orchard Supply Hardware, Ace Hardware, Tru Value Hardware, Meijer Stores, Fred Meyer, Marvins, Sport Chalet, and Sportsman Guide.

Contact the company

Call Dorcy International Inc. toll-free at (800) 837- 8558 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET. Dorcy's website is www.dorcy.com

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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