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CPSC, Double L Announce Recall of Lighters

U.S. CPSCFireBurnsMar 6, 2001
Recalled Double L DIY multi-purpose lighter
Recalled Double L DIY multi-purpose lighter

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

Hazard

These lighters can leak butane when they are ignited, causing an excessive burst of flame. This presents a risk of fire and burn injuries to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the lighters immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

Double L has received five reports of excessive bursts of flame, resulting in burns to consumers.

Product description

The lighters are 10-1/2 inches long and were packaged in a cardboard display sleeve under the brand name "DIY." The brand name is not on the lighter. The lighters have a black handle, red plastic trigger and on/off switch, and a silver-colored metal barrel. A yellow label affixed to the handle reads in part: "DANGER: EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE...Made in China."

Sold on

The lighters were sold nationwide at Joann Stores, Family Dollar Stores, Bill Dollar Stores, and Hancock Fabrics, from December 1998 to December 1999, for $1 to $2.

Contact the company

For more information, consumers should call Double L Inc. at (800) 253-1399 between 9 a.m. and 5 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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