WASHINGTON - Halloween flashlights sold exclusively at Target are being recalled because of a burn hazard.
The flashlights can overheat and melt, posing the hazard to consumers.
Two types of the flashlights are included in the recall:
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 sized 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. “Flashlight with Stencil” is printed on the front and “Tien Hsing,” “Made in China” and” 234 02 1838” is printed on the back of the packaging.
They were sold nationwide from August 2009 through September 2009.
Consumers can return the flashlights to any Target for a full refund.
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