CPSC, Browning Announce Recall of Flashlight Batteries
CPSC recall 04067 · announced January 21, 2004 · Browning · 12,500 units affected
The product
The recalled 3-volt lithium batteries were packaged in pairs with Browning Black Ice 6-volt Xenon 6 LED flashlights. The batteries were also sold separately in packs of two. No other Black Ice model flashlights are involved in this recall.
The hazard
The batteries can short out, causing the flashlight's canister to rupture and pose injury to the consumer.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumer should remove the batteries from the flashlights and contact Browning for information on receiving a refund or replacement.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): There have been two reports of the flashlights rupturing. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: The flashlights were sold at hunting and sporting goods stores nationwide during December 2003, for about $50.
Consumer contact: Contact Browning at (800) 637-0230 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. MT 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.