Ronson Brand Tech Torch Recalled by Zippo Due to Fire Hazard
Ronson Tech Torch Auto Start
Date of Recall
2019-10-08CPSC Release Number
20-007Manufactured In
TaiwanUnits
About 660,000 (in addition, approximately 98,000 were distributed in Canada)Importer
Zippo Manufacturing Company, of Bradford, Pa.Sold By
Wal-Mart, Ace Hardware and other stores nationwide and online at Zippo.com and Amazon.com from February 2010 through July 2019 for between $30 and $40.Problem/Hazard
The Ronson Tech Torch can continue to produce a flame after the activation trigger is released into the off position, posing a fire hazard.Injuries/Incidents
Zippo has identified 36 reports in the United States of the Ronson Tech Torch continuing to operate after being turned off, including one report of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.Description
This recall involves the Ronson Tech Torch Auto Start. The torch is a red utility lighter with a black rubber handle, black trigger and metal nozzle. It is packaged with a Ronson butane fuel can. Ronson is printed on top of the torch and Tech Torch is printed on the base of the product.
Remedy
RefundConsumer Contact
Ronson Tech Torch recall hotline toll-free at 800-407-0377 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at [email protected] or online at www.RonsonRecall.com or www.zippo.com and click on Support at the bottom of the page for more information.Recall Comments
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