Halloween Projector Flashlights recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

October 10, 2024

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

NPW Group Recalls Halloween Projector Flashlights Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Target

Recall number

25010

Sold / distributed

Target stores nationwide and online at www.target.com during September 2024 for about $3.

Why it was recalled

The flashlights can overheat and melt the outer casing, posing fire and burn hazards.

What was recalled

This recall involves NPW Halloween Projector Flashlights. The flashlight is orange with white stripes and a black end piece and measures about six inches long by one inch wide. The product comes with three Halloween themed projector covers, including pumpkin, ghost and skull patterns that fit over the black end piece to change the pattern of the flashlight. The flashlight uses two AA batteries.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flashlights and return them to any Target store for a full refund. Consumers should turn off the product, remove the batteries, mark the product with "recalled" in permanent marker prior to returning the flashlight to Target. Target is contacting all known purchasers directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.