CPSC Recall in 2003: CPSC, Galls Announce Recall of Batteries Sold with Galls® H.A.L.O. Tactical Flashlights

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 03-195

Date: September 24, 2003

Product Name: Fuji Power and A&T Fuji Power CR123A 3-volt lithium batteries originally provided with Galls® H.A.L.O. Tactical Flashlight

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Galls Inc., of Lexington, Kentucky, is voluntarily recalling Approximately 10,084 Fuji Power and A&T Fuji Power CR123A 3-volt lithium batteries originally provided with Galls H.A.L.O. Tactical Flashlight. The batteries originally provided with the flashlight may overheat or explode, presenting a potential for fire or personal injury.Name of product: Fuji Power and A&T Fuji Power CR123A 3-volt lithium batteries originally provided with Galls® H.A.L.O. Tactical FlashlightUnits: Approximately 10,084Distributor: Galls Inc., of Lexington, KentuckyHazard: The batteries originally provided with the flashlight may overheat or explode, presenting a potential for fire or personal injury.Incidents/Injuries: Five reports of batteries overheating or exploding have been received, causing minor injuries such as burns and minor property damage from fire.Description: The batteries were provided in pairs. Each is a 3-volt lithium battery with a white label. The name "Fuji Power" or "A&T Fuji Power CR123A" is on the label.Sold at: Galls catalog, Galls website www.galls.com and retail stores in Lexington, KY; Long Beach, CA; Riverside, CA; San Diego, CA; Orange County, CA; and Signal Hill, CA, from June 2001 through May 2003. The flashlight sold individually for about $49 and when bundled with other items for up to $99.Manufactured in: TaiwanRemedy: Call Galls toll-free at 1-800-477-7766 to receive free replacement batteries for each pair of batteries originally received with your Galls® H.A.L.O. Tactical Flashlight purchased prior to June 2003. If you have already replaced the batteries (Galls recommends that Duracell Ultra 123 3-volt lithium replacement batteries be used), Galls will provide an equivalent credit ($10.99 for each pair of Fuji Power or A&T Fuji Power lithium batteries) that can be redeemed towards the purchase of any other merchandise ordered from Galls.Consumer Contact: Call Galls customer service representatives toll-free at (800) 477-7766 Monday through Friday, 7 am to midnight ET, Saturday and Sunday 9 am to 9 pm ET.

Hazard Description:

The batteries originally provided with the flashlight may overheat or explode, presenting a potential for fire or personal injury.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: Approximately 10,084

Incidents:

Five reports of batteries overheating or exploding have been received, causing minor injuries such as burns and minor property damage from fire.

Sold At:

Galls catalog, Galls website www.galls.com and retail stores in Lexington, KY; Long Beach, CA; Riverside, CA; San Diego, CA; Orange County, CA; and Signal Hill, CA, from June 2001 through May 2003. The flashlight sold individually for about $49 and when bundled with other items for up to $99.

Manufactured In:

Taiwan