The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereCPSC·04075·Announced 2004-02-03

Dorcy Recalls Fuji Batteries for Xenon Flashlights Due to Fire Risk

Dorcy International is recalling Fuji Power CR123A batteries sold with Xenon flashlights because they may overheat, leak, or rupture, posing fire and injury hazards.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves significant injury reports, including burn injuries and a house fire, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating regarding significant injury or property-damage reports.

Plain-English summary

Dorcy International Inc. is recalling approximately 20,000 Fuji Power and A&T Fuji Power CR123A 3-volt lithium batteries. These batteries were originally provided in pairs with the Dorcy Spyder Tactical Xenon Light (Product 41-4200) and the Dorcy Xenon Tactical Light. The batteries feature a white label with the words "Fuji Power" or "A&T Fuji Power CR123A." The products were sold at national retailers including BJ's Wholesale Club, Orchard Supply Hardware, Ace Hardware, Tru Value Hardware, Meijer Stores, Fred Meyer, Marvins, Sport Chalet, and Sportsman Guide.

The recall is being issued because the batteries may overheat, leak, or rupture, presenting a potential for fire and injury. Dorcy has received five reports of batteries overheating and causing the flashlight to burst. Additionally, the company received four reports of minor damage to clothing and personal items, along with burn injuries. In one instance, the batteries allegedly caused or contributed to a house fire.

Consumers should stop using the affected batteries immediately. To obtain a free replacement battery pair, consumers should call Dorcy International Inc. toll-free at (800) 837-8558, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET. Consumers may also return the flashlights to the store of purchase for a refund or replacement.

The recalled product

Product
Fuji Power and A&T Fuji Power CR123A 3-volt lithium batteries originally provided with the Dorcy Spyder Tactical Xenon Light (Product 41-4200), also sold in packages of two flashlights under the name Dorcy Xenon Tactical Light
Manufacturer
Dorcy International Inc. of Columbus, Ohio
Category
Consumer Product — Batteries
Hazard
Affected units
20,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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