CPSC Recall in 2016: BioLite Recalls Lanterns Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively Online at Kickstarter.Com (Recall Alert)

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2016.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 17-716

Date: November 30, 2016

Product Name: Lithium-ion battery

Recall Description:

This recall involves the BioLite BaseLantern and BaseLantern XL. These are small rechargeable LED lanterns that function as both a light and a powerbank. BaseLanterns are about 5 inches (height) by 5 inches (width) by 2 inches (depth), and are silver in color, and weigh about 2 pounds.  The affected serial numbers are PLC000001-PLC004000, and PLCXL000001-PLCXL006000.  The serial number is located on the bottom of the device and on the bottom of the product packaging.

Hazard Description:

The lithium-ion battery of the lantern can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 5,900

Incidents:

BioLite has received one report of a BaseLantern catching fire causing minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Online at Kickstarter.com from August 2016 through October 2016 for between $100 to $130.

Manufactured In:

China