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Target Recalls LED Flashlights

These energy-efficient flashlights could cause burns or catch fire.

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By Dan Shapley

Target is recalling about 55,000 six-piece LED flashlight sets made in China after receiving four reports from users who had sustained minor burns to their hands, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. The flashlights can overheat, smoke, melt and pose fire or burn hazards. They were sold at Target stores from October 2010 to December 2011 for about $10 per set.

The flashlights are made of silver plastic with black rubber around the handle and light base. The UPC code 490021010049 is printed on the back of the package. The six-flashlight set includes two small flashlights measuring about three inches long, two medium flashlights about six inches long and two large flashlights about 7.5-inches long.

Target is offering a full refund. For more information, call target at 800-440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit target.com.


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