CPSC recall 05019
MPL, multi-purpose utility lighter
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2024-08-20
On 2024-08-20 the CPSC announced a recall of MPL, multi-purpose utility lighter by Zippo Manufacturing, citing the utility lighters may spill fuel from the nozzle when first used, causing a potential fire hazard, through a secondary source of ignition.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05019 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2004-10-20 |
| Published | 2024-08-20 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Zippo Manufacturing |
| Distribution | US |
Product
MPL, multi-purpose utility lighter | The Zippo MPL (Multi-Purpose Lighter) uses refillable butane fuel, is child resistant, and measures 8 inches long and 1 inch wide. The utility lighter is finished in black metal or silver metal with a chrome nozzle. The black unit is packaged in a blister pack with black and red graphics and the silver unit is in a silver gift box. Only utility lighters with these date codes are recalled: G03, H03, I03, ZH03. The date code is on the black adjuster knob on the bottom of the lighter.
Reason
The utility lighters may spill fuel from the nozzle when first used, causing a potential fire hazard, through a secondary source of ignition.
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/2005/CPSC-Zippo-Announce-Recall-of-Multi-Purpose-Utility-Lighters-
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