CPSC Recall in 2019: Harbor Freight Tools Recalls 12V Rechargeable Flashlights Due to Overheating and Burn Hazards

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 19-073

Date: February 27, 2019

Product Name: 80 Lumen 12V Rechargeable Flashlights

Recall Description:

This recall involves the Harbor Freight 80 Lumen 12v rechargeable flashlights.  The small black flashlight has a soft white button located on the side to turn the flashlight on and off. The base of the flashlight is a charger that fits into any standard vehicle 12V power port to charge. The recalled flashlight’s SKU number is 64109 and can be found on the sticker label that also bears the product barcode. The flashlight is approximately 5 inches long.

Hazard Description:

The flashlight can overheat while charging, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 500,000

Incidents:

Harbor Freight Tools has received two reports of the flashlight overheating. No reports of injury.

Sold At:

Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide from August 2018 through January 2019 for between $2 and $4.

Manufactured In:

China