CPSC recall 03-038, announced November 15, 2002, covers Halo Burger Flashlights and Batteries Sold in Kids Meals (about 9,500 units). The "AA" batteries provided with each flashlight can leak, which could cause irritation to the skin. The notice cites 2 incident reports. 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. Recall contact: call (810) 238-1839.
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"Made in China" is printed on a gold-colored label on the bottom of the flashlight.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was 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.
Incidents and injuries
Halo Burger received two reports of young children, who received minor skin irritation on their mouths from leaking flashlight batteries.
Official remedy
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.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Halo Burger
- Recall number
- 03-038
- Units
- About 9,500
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- 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.
- Importer
- Halo Burger, of Flint, Mich.
Flashlights and Batteries Sold in Kids Meals
CPSC product type: Lights & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional questions, contact Halo Burger at (810) 238-1839 ext. 27 at anytime.
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