Target Recalls LED Flashlight Sets Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
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The hazard
When turned on, the flashlights can heat up, smoke or melt, posing fire and burn hazards.
Incidents reported: Target has received reports of four incidents with the flashlights, including two minor burn injuries to consumer's hands.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop using the flashlights and return them 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 website at www.target.com
About this recall
This recall involves 6-pc. LED Flashlight Sets. They are made of silver plastic with black rubber around the handle and light base. The flashlight sets have UPC code 490021010049 printed on the back of the package. They were sold in sets of six, including two small flashlights measuring about 3 inches long, two medium flashlights about 6 inches long and two large flashlights about 7 1/2 inches long.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC