Rekrow Butane Micro Torch Lighter

CPSC Recall #02-519 — January 30, 2002

Recall #02-519 Date: January 30, 2002 Remedy: Refund

Product

Rekrow Butane Micro Torch Lighter

Description

Micro-Mark of Berkeley Heights, N. J., is voluntarily recalling about 260 Rekrow Butane Micro Torch Lighters. The recalled lighters are black with a chrome finished flame guard and a red gas control lever on the top. They are about six inches high and 1 3/8" in diameter and "TAIWAN" is imprinted on the chrome metal bottom. A half-inch metal screw facing back serves as an ignition button. The lighters were sold nationwide from December 2000 to May 2001.

Hazard

The lighters do not have a child-resistant mechanism as required by federal law. Young children could ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards.

Incidents / Injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and call the firm to get a full refund. 

Units Affected

260