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Harbor Freight Tools Recalls 12V Rechargeable Flashlights Due to Overheating and Burn Hazards

Reported: February 27, 2019 Initiated: February 27, 2019 #19073

Product Description

This recall involves the Harbor Freight 80 Lumen 12v rechargeable flashlights. The small black flashlight has a soft white button located on the side to turn the flashlight on and off. The base of the flashlight is a charger that fits into any standard vehicle 12V power port to charge. The recalled flashlight's SKU number is 64109 and can be found on the sticker label that also bears the product barcode. The flashlight is approximately 5 inches long.

Reason for Recall

The flashlight can overheat while charging, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flashlights, and return them to any Harbor Freight Tools location for a refund in the form of a $5 Harbor Freight Tools gift card.

Details

Units Affected
About 500,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Harbor-Freight-Tools-Recalls-12V-Rechargeable-Flashlights-Due-to-Overheating-and-Burn-Hazards

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves the Harbor Freight 80 Lumen 12v rechargeable flashlights. The small black flashlight has a soft white button located on the side to turn the flashlight on and off. The base of the flashlight is a charger that fits into any standard vehicle 12V power port to charge. The recalled flashlight's SKU number is 64109 and can be found on the sticker label that also bears the product barcode. The flashlight is approximately 5 inches long.. Units affected: About 500,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The flashlight can overheat while charging, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flashlights, and return them to any Harbor Freight Tools location for a refund in the form of a $5 Harbor Freight Tools gift card.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 27, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 19073.

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