CPSC, Fleetwood EXIM Inc. Announce Recall of Cigarette Lighters
Source: CPSC Recall #01120
Recall Date
2001-04-05
Manufacturer
Fleetwood EXIM Inc., of Grenada, Miss.
Units Affected
About 950,000
Products Involved
Fleetwood disposable lighters
Hazard
The lighters have child-resistant mechanisms that do not work. Young children could ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the lighters immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a full refund.
Reported Injuries
CPSC and Fleetwood EXIM Inc. have not received any reports of injuries. This recall is being conducted to prevent that possibility of injuries.
Sold At
Convenience, gas, and grocery stores in the southeastern region of the U.S. sold the recalled cigarette lighters, from June 2000 through February 2001, for about $1.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
The disposable cigarette lighters being recalled are oval tube shaped with a roll and press type ignition mechanism. The lighters have a blue, orange, red or clear transparent case and a chrome metal windshield surrounding the flame port. Stamped into one side of the windshield is the brand name "youjie". A warning label on the back of the lighters reads in part, "WARNING: KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN" and "MADE IN CHINA".
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28