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Product recall · CPSCSeptember 14, 2010Serious
The Coleman Company Water-Activated Spotlights
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The lens assembly can come apart from the main housing of the spotlight with force and pose a risk of impact injuries to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Injuries have already been reported.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately remove the batteries and stop using the spotlights. Visit www.coleman.com for additional instructions on how to obtain a replacement light.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Coleman at (800) 835-3278 between 7 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.coleman.com or via e-mail at colemanrecall@coleman.com
The product
The recalled spotlights are Coleman® water-activated hand-held spotlights, model number 5338-782 (orange) UPC 076501 222733, model number 5338-792 (yellow) UPC 076501 222753 and model number 2000000153 (blue/white) UPC 076501 226683. A white label is affixed to the inside of the spotlight lens with the model number and production date information printed on the label.
Details
- Units affected
- About 50,000 units
- Recall date
- September 14, 2010
- Brand
- Sky City Holdings International LTD, China
- Made or distributed by
- The Coleman Company, Inc., of Wichita, Kansas
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Coleman has received 33 reports of the lens assembly coming apart, 18 of which resulted in reports of impact injuries such as bruising, lacerations and minor burns.
5338-7825338-7922000000153
Various sporting good stores and retail outlets nationwide from January 2005 through June 2010 for between about $20 and $25.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “The Coleman Company Recalls Water-Activated Spotlights Due to Risk of Impact Injury”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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