Astra International and Consumers Union · Recalled
CPSC, Astra International and Consumers Union Announce Recall of Glove Compartment Organizer
The flashlight can overheat when the batteries are inserted, presenting a possible burn hazard. Also, the tire gauge does not produce accurate measurements when used.
- Units
- About 15,000
- Reports
- 8
- Injuries
- 2
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- —
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
Astra International imported and sold these glove compartment organizers exclusively to Consumers Union. They were mailed in a white cardboard box, the kit is a black-cloth-covered case containing a flashlight, tire gauge, pocketknife, pen and pad.
The file
- Sold at
- Consumer Reports magazine, published by Consumers Union, offered this premium to new subscribers, between October 2001 and April 2002
- Product type
- Automotive Products
- Made in
- Not stated
- Recalled by
- Astra International, of New York, NY, Consumers Union, of Yonkers, NY
Incident log
Consumers Union has received eight reports of flashlights overheating, including two minor burns to the hand.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should contact Consumers Union immediately for further information. Those who return the kit to Consumers Union or show they've discarded it will also have their magazine subscription extended for six months free of charge. In addition, Consumers Union will mail two free books to consumers as a replacement for the premium.
For more information, contact Consumers Union toll free at (888) 471-8860, between 9:15 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET 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 MAY 08 2002; last revised NOV 07 2025.