CPSC, Halo Burger Announce Recall of Flashlights and Batteries Sold in Kids Meals
CPSC recall 03038 · announced November 15, 2002 · Halo Burger · 9,500 units affected
The product
The multicolored flashlights measure about 6 inches in length, and are made of translucent plastic with a black cord attached at the end. "Halo Burger" is written on the side of the flashlight. "Made in China" is printed on a gold-colored label on the bottom of the flashlight. The two "AA" batteries included with the flashlight are labeled "Spadelove Ultra" and are black with a bronze top band.
The hazard
The "AA" batteries provided with each flashlight can leak, which could cause irritation to the skin. When disassembled, the flashlights also have small parts that can pose a choking hazard to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should take these flashlights and batteries away from children immediately and return the flashlights and batteries to any Halo Burger restaurant to receive a $5 gift certificate, or discard flashlights and batteries in a safe manner.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Halo Burger received two reports of young children, who received minor skin irritation on their mouths from leaking flashlight batteries.
Sold at: Halo Burger restaurants distributed the flashlights as a premium with the kids meals in Genesee and Saginaw Counties in Michigan, from October 2002 through November 4, 2002. The flashlights were sold individually for about $1.50.
Consumer contact: For additional questions, contact Halo Burger at (810) 238-1839 ext. 27 at anytime.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.