CPSCJanuary 21, 2004

CPSC, Browning Announce Recall of Flashlight Batteries

CPSC, Browning Announce Recall of Flashlight Batteries

Why was CPSC, Browning Announce Recall of Flashlight Batteries recalled?

The batteries can short out, causing the flashlight's canister to rupture and pose injury to the consumer.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumer should remove the batteries from the flashlights and contact Browning for information on receiving a refund or replacement. Contact: Contact Browning at (800) 637-0230 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. MT 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 identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Browning CR123A lithium batteries sold with Browning Black Ice flashlights
Company
Browning, of Morgan, Utah
Quantity
12,500
Sold at
The flashlights were sold at hunting and sporting goods stores nationwide during December 2003, for about $50.
Recall date
January 21, 2004
Incidents / injuries
There have been two reports of the flashlights rupturing. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled 3-volt lithium batteries were packaged in pairs with Browning Black Ice 6-volt Xenon 6 LED flashlights. The batteries were also sold separately in packs of two. No other Black Ice model flashlights are involved in this recall.

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