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Target Recalls LED Flashlight Sets Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Recall 12-080 · January 5, 2012 · Target

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the flashlights and return them to any Target store for a full refund.

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Recall at a glance

Recall number
12-080 (CPSC)
Recall date
January 5, 2012
Brand
Target
Category
Lighting and electrical
Products
6-pc. LED Flashlight Sets
Hazard
Fire and Burn Hazards
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Remedy
Refund
Units
About 55,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
May 1, 2015

What was recalled

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.

Is my product affected?

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

  • 6-pc. LED Flashlight Sets · About 55,000 units

Photos from the recall notice

Target Recalls LED Flashlight Sets
Target Recalls LED Flashlight Sets

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Target stores nationwide from October 2010 through December 2011 for about $10 per set.; Target Corporation, of Minneapolis, Minn..

Injuries or incidents reported

Target has received reports of four incidents with the flashlights, including two minor burn injuries to consumer's hands.

Consumer 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

Recall history and context

Target appears in 65 CPSC recalls on record. See all Target recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 112 recalls in the lighting and electrical category, 47 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

6-pc. LED Flashlight Sets (About 55,000 units). This recall involves 6-pc.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fire and Burn Hazards.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the flashlights and return them to any Target store for a full refund.

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