CPSC, De Bon Sales Announce Recall of Cigarette Lighters
CPSC recall 03162 · announced July 17, 2003 · De Bon Sales · 8,000 units affected
The product
There are two styles of lighters included in this recall. The first is a chrome and silver lighter, in the shape of a rearing horse. It is about 2.3 inches long and is labeled "DE-L-36." The second lighter is silver-colored, in the shape of a bird head holding a snake. It is about 2.5 inches long and is labeled "DE-L-23."
The hazard
The novelty lighters are not equipped with child-resistant mechanisms. They pose fire and burn hazards to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Return the lighters to the store where purchased, for a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Dollar stores in Texas, from November 2002 through December 2002, for about $1.
Consumer contact: Call De Bon Sales Inc. collect at (713) 541-2100 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.