January 21, 2004
Browning is recalling the CR123A lithium batteries sold with Browning Black Ice flashlights. The batteries can short out, causing the flashlight's canister to rupture and possibly injure the user.
There have been two reports of the flashlights rupturing. No injuries have been reported.
The recalled 3-volt lithium batteries were packaged in pairs with Browning Black Ice 6-volt Xenon 6 LED flashlights. The batteries were also sold separately in packs of two. No other Black Ice model flashlights are involved in this recall.
The flashlights were sold at hunting and sporting goods stores nationwide during December 2003 for about $50.
Consumers should remove the batteries from the flashlights and contact Browning for information on receiving a refund or replacement.
Consumer Contact: Contact Browning at (800) 637-0230 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.Browning.com/recall.
