CPSC, L.A. Lighter Inc. Announce Recall of Disposable
CPSC, L.A. Lighter Inc. Announce Recall of Disposable Cigarette Lighters
Why was CPSC, L.A. Lighter Inc. Announce Recall of Disposable recalled?
The lighters may have child-resistant mechanisms that do not meet federal safety standards. Young children may be able to operate these lighters, which could pose a fire hazard.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and contact L.A. Lighter to receive a full refund. Contact: Consumers may contact L.A. Lighter at (800) 499-4708 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.
Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?
UPC: 763052201085
- Product
- Disposable cigarette lighters
- Company
- L.A. Lighter Inc., of Azusa, Calif.
- Quantity
- About 1,800
- Sold at
- Retailers and distributors nationwide sold these lighters, between December 2000 and May 2001, for about $5.
- Recall date
- July 2, 2002
- Incidents / injuries
- L.A. Lighter has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recalled lighters are made of metal, come in different colors, and have a top that resembles a pencil across a protractor and triangle. To open the port and ignite the flame, consumers press on the pencil. The lighters, which are about three inches high, 7/8 inches wide and 1/4 inch deep, have a ruler along the side. A label on the lighter has the UPC code 7 63052 20108 5 and the words "MADE IN CHINA" and "SLIDE PUSH."