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Medium RiskCPSC
Tools & Hardware/Hand Tools

Ronson Brand Tech Torch Recalled by Zippo Due to Fire Hazard

Agency Publication Date: October 8, 2019
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Summary

Approximately 660,000 Ronson Tech Torch Auto Start utility lighters are being recalled because the torch can continue to produce a flame even after the activation trigger is released. This defect has led to 36 reports of the torch failing to shut off, including one report of minor property damage. The affected products were sold at stores like Walmart and Ace Hardware, as well as online at Zippo.com and Amazon.com, between February 2010 and July 2019. Consumers should immediately stop using the torch and contact Zippo for a refund in the form of a gift card.

Risk

The torch's mechanism can fail to extinguish the flame when the trigger is released, posing a serious fire hazard to users and property. While 36 incidents have been reported, no injuries have occurred to date.

What You Should Do

  1. Immediately stop using the recalled Ronson Tech Torch Auto Start.
  2. Identify your product by checking for the 'Ronson' brand name printed on the top of the torch and 'Tech Torch' printed on the red base. The device is a red utility lighter with a black rubber handle and a metal nozzle.
  3. Contact Zippo to receive instructions on how to obtain a refund in the form of a gift card by calling the Ronson Tech Torch recall hotline at 800-407-0377 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
  4. You can also initiate the refund process by emailing CR@RonsonRecall.com or visiting www.RonsonRecall.com or www.zippo.com and clicking on 'Support' at the bottom of the page.
  5. For additional questions or safety concerns, contact the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772.

Your Remedy Options

💰Full Refund

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Ronson Tech Torch and contact the firm for instructions on receiving a refund in the form of a gift card.

Contact: Ronson Tech Torch recall hotline toll-free at 800-407-0377 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at CR@RonsonRecall.com or online at www.RonsonRecall.com or www.zippo.com and click on Support at the bottom of the page for more information.

Affected Products

Product: Ronson Tech Torch Auto Start
Date Ranges: February 2010 through July 2019

Product Images

Recalled Ronson Tech Torch Auto Start

Recalled Ronson Tech Torch Auto Start

Recalled Ronson Tech Torch Auto Start in Clamshell Packaging

Recalled Ronson Tech Torch Auto Start in Clamshell Packaging

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 20007
Status: Active
Sold By: Wal-Mart, Ace Hardware and other stores nationwide and online at Zippo.com and Amazon.com from February 2010 through July 2019 for between $30 and $40.
Manufactured In: Taiwan
Units Affected: About 660,000 (in addition, approximately 98,000 were distributed in Canada)
Distributed To: Nationwide
Importer: Zippo Manufacturing Company, of Bradford, Pa.
Contact: Ronson Tech Torch recall hotline toll-free at 800-407-0377 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at CR@RonsonRecall.com or online at www.RonsonRecall.com or www.zippo.com and click on Support at the bottom of the page for more information.
Agency Last Updated: October 8, 2019

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response