Moderate Recalled April 12, 2016 About 8,500 in the United States (in addition, about 500 were sold in Canada) units Updated April 13, 2016

Coleman Recalls Flashlights Due to Fire Hazard

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The hazard

The lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Incidents reported: Coleman has received two reports of the flashlight batteries overheating, catching fire and causing minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

What to do now

Refund

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flashlights and contact Coleman for instructions on returning the flashlights for a full refund.

Contact: Coleman at 800-835-3278 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at consumerservice@coleman.com or online at www.coleman.com and click on "Safety Information" under the "Customer Support" tab at the bottom of the page and then click on "CTAC Lithium-Ion Flashlight Recall" for more information.

About this recall

This recall involves three models of Coleman® CTAC Lithium-Ion Flashlights. Models include CTAC20 (model 2000013874), CTAC40 (model 2000013873) and CTAC60 (model 2000013872). The flashlights are black, with "Coleman" printed in white along the handle and have the model number in white print on the upper portion of the handle next to the light. The flashlights are 6.5 inches long. The lithium-ion batteries inside the flashlights are red with the Coleman logo printed in white on the battery.

Product photos

Coleman® CTAC Lithium-Ion Flashlights
Coleman® CTAC Lithium-Ion Flashlights
Model Number on Coleman Flashlights
Model Number on Coleman Flashlights
Coleman Flashlight Battery
Coleman Flashlight Battery

Photos: U.S. CPSC