CPSC Recall in 2020: Spirit Halloween Recalls Children’s Flashlights Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 21-043

Date: December 09, 2020

Product Name: Children’s flashlights

Recall Description:

This recall involves three children’s flashlights that come with three or four interchangable light covers.  The ZAG Miraculous flashlight is red with the Marinette and Ladybug characters, the Ghostbusters flashlight is green with the Ghostbusters logo, and the My Little Pony flashlight is light blue with colorful ponies.  The date code 20-05-966658-SP1 is printed on the upper side of the flashlights.

Hazard Description:

The batteries in the flashlight can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 6,100 (In addition, about 380 units were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

The firm has received four reports of the flashlight overheating, including one minor burn.

Sold At:

Spirit Halloween stores nationwide from August 2020 through September 2020 for about $8.

Manufactured In:

China