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Coleman Recalls Flashlights Due to Fire Hazard

Recall 16-140 · April 12, 2016 · Coleman

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled flashlights and contact Coleman for instructions on returning the flashlights for a full refund.

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Recall at a glance

Recall number
16-140 (CPSC)
Recall date
April 12, 2016
Brand
Coleman
Category
Lighting and electrical
Products
Coleman® CTAC Lithium-Ion Flashlights
Hazard
Fire Hazard
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Remedy
Refund
Units
About 8,500 in the United States (in addition, about 500 were sold in Canada)
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
April 13, 2016

What was recalled

This recall involves three models of Coleman® CTAC Lithium-Ion Flashlights. Models include CTAC20 (model 2000013874), CTAC40 (model 2000013873) and CTAC60 (model 2000013872). The flashlights are black, with "Coleman" printed in white along the handle and have the model number in white print on the upper portion of the handle next to the light. The flashlights are 6.5 inches long. The lithium-ion batteries inside the flashlights are red with the Coleman logo printed in white on the battery.

Is my product affected?

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

  • Coleman® CTAC Lithium-Ion Flashlights · About 8,500 in the United States (in addition, about 500 were sold in Canada) units

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Coleman® CTAC Lithium-Ion Flashlights
Coleman® CTAC Lithium-Ion Flashlights
Model Number on Coleman Flashlights
Model Number on Coleman Flashlights
Coleman Flashlight Battery
Coleman Flashlight Battery

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Academy Sports + Outdoors, Green Supply, Sportsman's Supply Company and sporting goods stores nationwide and online at www.coleman.com and www.amazon.com from January 2014 through August 2015 for between $65 and $75.; Kaper Industrial LTD, of Hong Kong, China; The Coleman Company Inc., Wichita, Kan..

Injuries or incidents reported

Coleman has received two reports of the flashlight batteries overheating, catching fire and causing minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

Coleman at 800-835-3278 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at consumerservice@coleman.com or online at www.coleman.com and click on "Safety Information" under the "Customer Support" tab at the bottom of the page and then click on "CTAC Lithium-Ion Flashlight Recall" for more information.

Recall history and context

Coleman appears in 6 CPSC recalls on record. See all Coleman 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?

Coleman® CTAC Lithium-Ion Flashlights (About 8,500 in the United States (in addition, about 500 were sold in Canada) units). This recall involves three models of Coleman® CTAC Lithium-Ion Flashlights.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fire Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flashlights and contact Coleman for instructions on returning the flashlights for a full refund.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on April 13, 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.