Halloween flashlights sold exclusively at Target recalled

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Target, announced a voluntary recall of about 610,000 Halloween flashlights.

The CPSC release advises the flashlights can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers. The firm has received eight reports of flashlights overheating and melting, including one report of burns to the hand. This recall involves two types of Halloween-themed flashlights: the mini flashlights and flashlights sold with stencils. 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 DG, 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 HsingMade in China and 234 02 1838 is printed on the back of the packaging. The flashlights were sold exclusively at: Target stores across the United States from August 2009 through September 2009 for $1 for the mini flashlights and $2.50 for the flashlights with stencils.

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Consumer should immediately stop using the flashlights and return the product to any Target store for a full refund. For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site.