CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The multi-purpose lighters fail to meet federal safety standards because they might not contain a child-resistant mechanism, posing a potential fire and burn hazard to young children.
YMCA Trading Recalls Lighters Due to Potential Burn Hazard to Children
The recalled "Gas Match" lighters have either a multi-colored red/white, blue/white or green/white plastic body, and a silver-colored metal nozzle. Each lighter measures 10½ inches long. The recalled "Ready, Aim...Fire" lighters have either a solid black, blue, red or green plastic body, and a silver-colored metal nozzle. Each lighter measures 9 inches long.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lighters and contact YMCA Trading to arrange for return of the lighter for a refund.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact YMCA Trading toll-free at (866) 950-9622 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or e-mail the firm at tradingymca@hotmail.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Retail stores in New York State from August 2008 through October 2008 for about $1.
Injuries
None reported.
Recall Number
09021
Product Information
Product Name
Gas Match and "Ready, Aim...Fire" Multi-Purpose Lighters
Product Type
Lighters
Number of Units
About 24,000
Imported By
YMCA Trading Inc., of Maspeth, N.Y.
Manufactured In
China