CPSC recall 01139a
The "Hotery Pocke Torch" and "Fire Plug" Pocket Torch
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2026-02-23
On 2026-02-23 the CPSC announced a recall of The "Hotery Pocke Torch" and "Fire Plug" Pocket Torch by Tools Exchange, citing the lighters do not have child-resistant mechanisms, as required by federal law. Young children could ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01139a |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2001-05-02 |
| Published | 2026-02-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Tools Exchange |
| Distribution | US |
Product
The "Hotery Pocke Torch" and "Fire Plug" Pocket Torch | The novelty cigarette lighters have two brand names: The "Hotery Pocke Torch" comes in various colors, including red and green, and is shaped like a fire extinguisher. It is a butane-fueled, torch-style lighter with a black plastic cap that fits over the flame port and ignition switch. "HOTERY POCKE TORCH" is written on one side of the lighter, "Made in Taiwan" is written on a sticker on the other side, and "PT-16" is printed on the cap. The cap is attached to the lighter's body by a linked metal chain. The "Pocket Torch" comes in red and dark gray, and is shaped like a fire hydrant. It is a butane-fueled, torch-style lighter with a black cap that fits over the flame port and ignition switch. The words "Fire Plug" appear in red inside of a black disk on both sides of the lighter. The cap is attached to the lighter's body by a linked metal chain.
Reason
The lighters do not have child-resistant mechanisms, as required by federal law. Young children could ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Tools-Exchange-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Novelty-Cigarette-Lighters
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