CPSC recall 04-075, announced February 3, 2004, covers Dorcy International 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 (20,000 units). The batteries may overheat, leak, or rupture, presenting a potential for fire and injury. The notice cites 5 incident reports. Call Dorcy International Inc. toll-free at (800) 837-8558 to receive free replacement batteries for each pair of batteries originally provided with the Spyder Tactical Xenon Light or the Xenon Tactical Light. Recall contact: go to www.dorcy.com.
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Each of the 3-volt lithium batteries has a white label with the words "Fuji Power" or "A&T Fuji Power CR123A." The batteries were provided separately in pairs in packaging with the flashlights.
Why it was recalled
The batteries may overheat, leak, or rupture, presenting a potential for fire and injury.
Incidents and injuries
Five reports have been received about batteries overheating and causing the flashlight to burst. Dorcy has received four reports of minor damage to clothing and personal items and burn injuries. In one case, the batteries allegedly caused or contributed to a house fire.
Official remedy
Call Dorcy International Inc. toll-free at (800) 837-8558 to receive free replacement batteries for each pair of batteries originally provided with the Spyder Tactical Xenon Light or the Xenon Tactical Light. Consumers also can return the flashlights to the store for a refund or replacement.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Dorcy International
- Manufacturer
- Dorcy International Inc. of Columbus, Ohio
- Product type
- Battery chargers
- Recall number
- 04-075
- Units
- 20,000
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- 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.
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
CPSC product type: Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
Recall contact information
Call Dorcy International Inc. toll-free at (800) 837- 8558 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET. Dorcy's website is www.dorcy.com
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