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Halloween Flashlights Sold at Target Stores Recalled

by Barbara McPherson | November 2, 2009 at 09:27 am

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Halloween themed flashlights sold at Target Stores this past few months are subject to a recall. Full description follows:

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.

Hazard: The flashlight can overheat, posing a burn hazard. Melting may occur. Target has received one report of burns.
Fix: Stop using the flashlights in question and return to the Target store for a refund.
Number sold in the U.S.: approx 610 000
Manufactured in China

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