The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·01120·Announced 2001-04-05

Fleetwood disposable lighters recalled due to failed child-resistant mechanisms

Fleetwood EXIM Inc. is recalling about 950,000 disposable lighters because their child-resistant mechanisms do not work, posing fire and burn hazards to young children.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire and burn hazards) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Fleetwood EXIM Inc. is recalling approximately 950,000 disposable cigarette lighters. The lighters are oval tube-shaped with a roll and press type ignition mechanism and feature a blue, orange, red, or clear transparent case with a chrome metal windshield. The brand name "youjie" is stamped on the windshield, and the lighters bear a warning label stating "KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN" and "MADE IN CHINA."

The recall is being conducted because the lighters' child-resistant mechanisms do not work. This defect allows young children to ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards. CPSC and Fleetwood EXIM Inc. have not received any reports of injuries, but the recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

The recalled lighters were sold at convenience, gas, and grocery stores in the southeastern region of the U.S. from June 2000 through February 2001 for about $1. Consumers should stop using the lighters immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. For more information, consumers can call Fleetwood EXIM toll-free at (888) 251-5252 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

The recalled product

Product
Fleetwood disposable lighters
Manufacturer
Fleetwood EXIM Inc., of Grenada, Miss.
Category
Consumer Product — Lighters
Hazard
Affected units
950,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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