Product name | Halloween Flashlights | |
Description | This recall involves two types of Halloween-themed flashlights: the mini flashlights and flashlights sold with stencils. Mini Flashlights - The mini flashlights have a key ring extending from the bottom and were sold in a pack of three colors: orange, green and black. The orange and purple packaging has "Mini Flashlights (3 Pack)" printed on the front and "DGI", "Made in China" and "DPCI#234-02-1813" printed on the back. Standard Size Flashlights - Also included in the recall are standard size flashlights with a black handle and an orange top. The flashlights were sold with six stencils in various colors and images: a pumpkin, ghost, spider, cat, witch, and skull & cross-bones. "Flashlights with Stencils" is printed on the front and "Tien Hsing," "Made in China" and "234- 02 1838" is printed on the back of the packaging. | |
Problem | The flashlights can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers. | |
Distribution | Target stores nationwide for $1 for the mini flashlights and $2.50 for the flashlights with stencils. | |
Company | Target 800-440-0680; Web site www.target.com | |
Dates sold | August 2009 through September 2009 | |
Date posted | 10/30/2009 | |
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Illinois Department of Public Health 535 West Jefferson Street Springfield, Illinois 62761 Phone 217-782-3300 Fax 217-782-3987 TTY 800-547-0466 Questions or Comments |