Ronson Brand Tech Torch Recalled by Zippo Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled October 8, 2019 · CPSC recall 20007 · Ronson

Recalled Ronson Tech Torch Auto Start in Clamshell Packaging

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.

Remedy

Refund

Units

About 660,000 (in addition, approximately 98,000 were distributed in Canada)

Incidents / injuries

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.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Ronson Tech Torch and contact the firm for instructions on receiving a refund in the form of a gift card.

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.

Product

Ronson Tech Torch Auto Start

Imported by

Zippo Manufacturing Company, of Bradford, Pa.

Retailers

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.

Made in

Taiwan

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →