CPSC Recall in 2010: Dollar Tree Recalls Children's Projector Flashlights Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 11-013

Date: October 18, 2010

Product Name: Wolverine, Spider-Man and Iron Man 2 Projector Flashlights

Recall Description:

The recalled projector flashlights are about 6 1/2 inches in length and have the Wolverine, Spider-Man and Iron Man characters and names printed on them. The flashlights come with five extra mini discs that attach to the flashlight to project various images. The back of the packaging contains the number 16879-20012-003-1003 and UPC 6 39277 16879 5.

Hazard Description:

The flashlights can cause the batteries and/or bulb to overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 275,000

Incidents:

The firm has received three reports of incidents involving batteries overheating in the recalled flashlights. Reported incidents include a flashlight that melted and a flashlight battery that caught fire. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Dollar Tree $1 Stop, Deal$ and Dollar Tree Deal$ stores nationwide from August 2010 for about $1.

Manufactured In:

China