CPSCNovember 15, 2002

CPSC, Halo Burger Announce Recall of Flashlights and

CPSC, Halo Burger Announce Recall of Flashlights and Batteries Sold in Kids Meals

Why was CPSC, Halo Burger Announce Recall of Flashlights and recalled?

The "AA" batteries provided with each flashlight can leak, which could cause irritation to the skin. When disassembled, the flashlights also have small parts that can pose a choking hazard to young children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should take these flashlights and batteries away from children immediately and return the flashlights and batteries to any Halo Burger restaurant to receive a $5 gift certificate, or discard flashlights and batteries in a safe manner. Contact: For additional questions, contact Halo Burger at (810) 238-1839 ext. 27 at anytime.

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 identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Flashlights and Batteries Sold in Kids Meals
Company
Halo Burger, of Flint, Mich.
Quantity
About 9,500
Sold at
Halo Burger restaurants distributed the flashlights as a premium with the kids meals in Genesee and Saginaw Counties in Michigan, from October 2002 through November 4, 2002. The flashlights were sold individually for about $1.50.
Recall date
November 15, 2002
Incidents / injuries
Halo Burger received two reports of young children, who received minor skin irritation on their mouths from leaking flashlight batteries.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The multicolored flashlights measure about 6 inches in length, and are made of translucent plastic with a black cord attached at the end. "Halo Burger" is written on the side of the flashlight. "Made in China" is printed on a gold-colored label on the bottom of the flashlight. The two "AA" batteries included with the flashlight are labeled "Spadelove Ultra" and are black with a bronze top band.

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