R.J. Reynolds Recalls Camel Metal Match Cigarette Lighters
Use of the lighter may result in burn injuries.
To receive information about the recall, instructions for returning the lighters, and to order a postage paid mailer, call R.J. Reynolds at 1-800-887-4579, or write Camel Metal Match Returns, P.O. Box 7, Winston-Salem, N.C. 27102.
Recall Details
Washington, D.C. - CPSC is working with R.J. Reynolds of Winston-Salem, N.C., which recalled yesterday about two million "Camel Metal Match" cigarette lighters that were distributed as part of a cigarette promotion. Use of the lighter may result in burn injuries.
To date, R.J. Reynolds has received 17 reports from across the country that adults have been burned while using the lighters.
R. J. Reynolds began distribution of the lighters, which were supplied by CVA Inc., in August. The lighter, which resembles a small pack of Camel cigarettes, was included for free with two packs of Camel cigarettes in a blue box labeled "Camel Metal Match. Free with 2-Pack Purchase."
Consumers should stop using the lighter immediately, dispose of it, or return any and all of their free lighters to R.J. Reynolds for one $5 incentive refund check. To receive information about the recall, instructions for returning the lighters, and to order a postage paid mailer, call R.J. Reynolds at 1-800-887-4579 between 7am and midnight EST, Monday through Friday, or write Camel Metal Match Returns, P.O. Box 7, Winston-Salem, N.C. 27102.
Consumers should stop using the lighter immediately, dispose of it, or return any and all of their free lighters to R.J. Reynolds for one $5 incentive refund check.
To date, R.J. Reynolds has received 17 reports from across the country that adults have been burned while using the lighters.
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