Young's J.K. Inc. · Recalled
CPSC, Young's J.K. Inc. Announce Recall of Novelty Lighters
These lighters do not have child-resistant mechanisms, as required by federal law. Young children could ignite the lighters, posing fire and burn hazards.
- Units
- About 1,800
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $3
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
These are refillable, gas-fueled, piezo-electric lighters in the shape of beverage cans. One lighter is labeled "Coca Cola" and the other lighter is labeled "Budweiser KING OF BEER." They are attached to keyrings.
The file
- Sold at
- Grocery, gift, and liquor stores, as well as smoke shops and gas station food marts in Oregon and southwest Washington sold these lighters, from October 2001 through February 2002, for about $3.
- Product type
- Lighters
- Made in
- Not stated
- Recalled by
- Young's J.K. Inc., of Portland, Ore.
Incident log
CPSC and Young's J.K. Inc. have not received any reports of injuries or incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.
For more information, call Young's J.K. Inc. collect at (503) 252-3022 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated JUL 24 2002; last revised OCT 01 2025.