Lithium-ion batteries
CPSC Recall #16-140 — April 12, 2016
Product
Lithium-ion batteries
Description
The lithium-ion batteries can overheat.
Hazard
The lithium-ion batteries of the flashlight can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents / Injuries
Coleman has received two reports of the flashlight batteries overheating, catching fire and causing minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flashlights and contact Coleman for instructions on returning the flashlights for a full refund.
Units Affected
About 8,500 in the United States (in addition, about 500 were sold in Canada)
Sold At
" 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. "
Manufacturer
"Kaper Industrial LTD, of Hong Kong, China"
Importer
The Coleman Company Inc., Wichita, Kan.
Manufactured In
China