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NexTorch Recalls Flashlight Batteries Due to Fire Hazard

Recall 11-296 · August 3, 2011 · NexTorch

What to doConsumers should immediately stop use of the battery and contact NexTorch for instructions on how to receive a free replacement.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
11-296 (CPSC)
Recall date
August 3, 2011
Brand
NexTorch
Category
Power banks, chargers and batteries
Products
NexTorch™ NT123A flashlight batteries
Hazard
Fire Hazard
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Remedy
Replace
Units
About 16,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
May 5, 2016

What was recalled

The recalled product is a NexTorch NT123A flashlight battery, bearing the trademark ™ superscript, rather than registered trademark ® superscript. Its body is silver metallic-colored and has the NexTorch logo and the voltage (3 V) on it. The battery is often packaged with NexTorch flashlights.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • NexTorch™ NT123A flashlight batteries · About 16,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Firearm dealers and law enforcement supply stores, and on the Web, including amazon.com and the firm's website www.nextorch.com, from July 2007 to July 2011 for about $2 per battery.; NexTorch, Inc., of Mukiteo, Wash..

Injuries or incidents reported

There has been one report of NexTorch NT123A flashlight batteries rupturing and catching fire, causing burns to the consumer's body, clothes and vehicle.

Consumer contact

For additional information, please call the firm toll-free at (877) 867-2415 Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, visit the firm's web site at www.nextorch.com or e-mail the firm at usa@nextorch.com

Recall history and context

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 109 recalls in the power banks, chargers and batteries category, 20 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

NexTorch™ NT123A flashlight batteries (About 16,000 units). The recalled product is a NexTorch NT123A flashlight battery, bearing the trademark ™ superscript, rather than registered trademark ® superscript.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fire Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop use of the battery and contact NexTorch for instructions on how to receive a free replacement.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 5, 2016. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.