Recall: Cigarette Lighters and Boys Jackets and Sweatshirts Recalled

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Kim Dulic
November 1, 1999 (301) 504-7058
Release # 00-010

CPSC, Firms Recall Cigarette Lighters and Boys Jackets and Sweatshirts

This press release consists of two recalls. Please choose the appropriate recall below.


  • Cigarette Lighters - Penda New York Inc., of New York, N.Y., is recalling about 22,300 novelty and disposable cigarette lighters. The lighters do not have any child-resistant mechanisms, as required by federal law.

  • Boys Jackets and Sweatshirts - Montgomery Ward, of Chicago, Ill., is recalling about 780 boys hooded jackets and sweatshirts sold under the brand name North West Blue. The jackets and sweatshirts have hood drawstrings.