Halloween Flashlights Sold Exclusively at Target Recalled Due to Burn Hazard

Active Recall Announced October 28, 2009 CPSC #10026

Quick answer

Halloween Flashlights Sold Exclusively at Target Recalled Due to Burn Hazard is CPSC recall #10026, announced on October 28, 2009. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves two types of Halloween-themed flashlights: the mini flashlights and flashlights sold with stencils. Mini Flashlights - The mini flashlights have a key ring extending from the bottom and were sold in a pack of three colors: orange, green and black. The orange and purple packaging has "Mini Flashlights (3 Pack)" printed on the front and "DGI", "Made in China" and "DPCI# 234-02-1813" printed on the back. Standard Size Flashlights - Also included in the recall are standard sized flashlights with a black handle and an orange top. The flashlights were sold with six stencils in various colors and images: a pumpkin, ghost, spider, cat, witch and skull & cross-bones. "Flashlight with Stencil" is printed on the front and "Tien Hsing," "Made in China" and "234 02 1838" is printed on the back of the packaging. The remedy is consumer should immediately stop using the flashlights and return the product to any target store for a full refund.. Affected brands: DGI LLC, Tien Hsing, Target.

Hazard

This recall involves two types of Halloween-themed flashlights: the mini flashlights and flashlights sold with stencils. Mini Flashlights - The mini flashlights have a key ring extending from the bottom and were sold in a pack of three colors: orange, green and black. The orange and purple packaging has "Mini Flashlights (3 Pack)" printed on the front and "DGI", "Made in China" and "DPCI# 234-02-1813" printed on the back. Standard Size Flashlights - Also included in the recall are standard sized flashlights with a black handle and an orange top. The flashlights were sold with six stencils in various colors and images: a pumpkin, ghost, spider, cat, witch and skull & cross-bones. "Flashlight with Stencil" is printed on the front and "Tien Hsing," "Made in China" and "234 02 1838" is printed on the back of the packaging.

Affected products

Halloween Flashlights

Recalled brands

DGI LLC, Tien Hsing, Target

Remedy

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

Recall date

October 28, 2009

Categories

Lights (Seasonal)

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #10026?

CPSC recall #10026 covers Halloween Flashlights Sold Exclusively at Target Recalled Due to Burn Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on October 28, 2009. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves two types of Halloween-themed flashlights: the mini flashlights and flashlights sold with stencils. Mini Flashlights - The mini flashlights have a key ring extending from the bottom and were sold in a pack of three colors: orange, green and black. The orange and purple packaging has "Mini Flashlights (3 Pack)" printed on the front and "DGI", "Made in China" and "DPCI# 234-02-1813" printed on the back. Standard Size Flashlights - Also included in the recall are standard sized flashlights with a black handle and an orange top. The flashlights were sold with six stencils in various colors and images: a pumpkin, ghost, spider, cat, witch and skull & cross-bones. "Flashlight with Stencil" is printed on the front and "Tien Hsing," "Made in China" and "234 02 1838" is printed on the back of the packaging.

What is the remedy for recall #10026?

The CPSC remedy for recall #10026 is consumer should immediately stop using the flashlights and return the product to any target store for a full refund.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Halloween Flashlights Sold Exclusively at Target Recalled Due to Burn Hazard on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Halloween-Flashlights-Sold-Exclusively-at-Target-Recalled-Due-to-Burn-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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