Halloween Flashlights Sold Exclusively at Target Recalled Due to Burn Hazard
The hazard
The flashlights can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents reported: The firm has received eight reports of flashlights overheating and melting, including one report of burns to the hand.
What to do now
Consumer should immediately stop using the flashlights and return the product to any Target store for a full refund.
Contact: For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.target.com
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC
Full official description
This recall involves two types of Halloween-themed flashlights: the mini flashlights and flashlights sold with stencils. Mini Flashlights - The mini flashlights have a key ring extending from the bottom and were sold in a pack of three colors: orange, green and black. The orange and purple packaging has "Mini Flashlights (3 Pack)" printed on the front and "DGI", "Made in China" and "DPCI# 234-02-1813" printed on the back. Standard Size Flashlights - Also included in the recall are standard sized flashlights with a black handle and an orange top. The flashlights were sold with six stencils in various colors and images: a pumpkin, ghost, spider, cat, witch and skull & cross-bones. "Flashlight with Stencil" is printed on the front and "Tien Hsing," "Made in China" and "234 02 1838" is printed on the back of the packaging.