Moderate Recalled March 6, 2001 About 180,000 units Updated February 2, 2026

CPSC, Double L Announce Recall of Lighters

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The 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.

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

What to do now

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

Contact: 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.

About this recall

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."

Product photos

Recalled Double L DIY multi-purpose lighter
Recalled Double L DIY multi-purpose lighter

Photos: U.S. CPSC