CPSC, Browning Announce Recall of Flashlight Batteries
The hazard
The batteries can short out, causing the flashlight's canister to rupture and pose injury to the consumer.
Incidents reported: There have been two reports of the flashlights rupturing. No injuries have been reported.
What to do now
Consumer should remove the batteries from the flashlights and contact Browning for information on receiving a refund or replacement.
Contact: Contact Browning at (800) 637-0230 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. MT Monday through Friday.
About this recall
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.
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Photos: U.S. CPSC