CPSCFebruary 27, 2019consumer
Harbor Freight Tools Recalls 12V Rechargeable Flashlights Due to Overheating and Burn Hazards
Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The hazard
The flashlight can overheat while charging, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flashlights, and return them to any Harbor Freight Tools location for a refund in the form of a $5 Harbor Freight Tools gift card.
Brands named
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Recall history
Other federal recalls tied to the same brand — a factual pattern, straight from the source data.
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- CPSCNorthern Tool + Equipment Recalls Hot Water Pressure Washers Due to Fire Hazard2026-01-29
- CPSCMilwaukee Tool Recalls M18 FUEL 14" and 12" Top Handle Chainsaws Due to Laceration Hazard2025-10-30
- CPSCOlympia Tools International Recalls Pack-N-Stroll Utility Wagons Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Entrapment and Falls; Violates Mandatory Standard for Strollers2025-10-23
- CPSCTTI Consumer Power Tools Recalls RIDGID Framing Nailers Due to Laceration Hazard2025-07-31
- CPSCLeatherman Recalls Charge Plus Multi-Tools Due to Laceration Hazard2025-07-31
- CPSCWalmart Recalls Ozark Trail 64 oz Water Bottles Due to Serious Impact and Laceration Hazards2025-07-10
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