BioLite BaseLanterns recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

November 30, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

BioLite Recalls Lanterns Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively Online at Kickstarter.Com (Recall Alert)

Recall number

17716

Sold / distributed

Online at Kickstarter.com from August 2016 through October 2016 for between $100 to $130.

Why it was recalled

The lithium-ion battery can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard.

What was recalled

This recall involves the BioLite BaseLantern and BaseLantern XL. These are small rechargeable LED lanterns that function as both a light and a powerbank. BaseLanterns are about 5 inches (height) by 5 inches (width) by 2 inches (depth), and are silver in color, and weigh about 2 pounds. The affected serial numbers are PLC000001-PLC004000, and PLCXL000001-PLCXL006000. The serial number is located on the bottom of the device and on the bottom of the product packaging.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lanterns and contact BioLite for instructions on returning the lanterns for a free replacement. BioLite is contacting all known customers.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.