Reported Jan 15, 2026
Energizer Recalls Rechargeable Lanterns Due to Overheating
Energizer Holdings, Inc. of Clayton, Missouri
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lanterns and contact Energizer for instructions on how to receive a full refund. Consumers will be asked to register for the recall by providing proof of the affected date code. Consumers will then be sent prepaid shipping materials to return their recalled lantern. Once the lantern is returned, consumers will be issued a refund. Note: Do not throw this recalled lithium-ion battery or device in the trash, the general recycling stream (e.g., street-level or curbside recycling bins), or used battery recycling boxes found at various retail and home improvement stores. Recalled lithium-ion batteries must be disposed of differently than other batteries, because they present a greater risk of fire. Your municipal household hazardous waste (HHW) collection center may accept this recalled lithium-ion battery or device for disposal. Before taking your battery or device to a HHW collection center, contact that office ahead of time and ask whether it accepts recalled lithium-ion batteries. If it does not, contact your municipality for further guidance."
Firm contact: Energizer toll free at 800-383-7323 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at customersupport@energizer.com or online at https://energizer.com/lightings/lanternrecall or www.energizer.com and clicking on the "Lantern Recall" tab.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Energizer® Large Power Indicator Lanterns
- Amount recalled
- About 4,100
Where it was sold
Sold at Meijer, Blain, and Fleet Wholesale stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com between January and November 2025 for between $35 to $45. In addition, approximately 100 lanterns were distributed to reviewers through the Bazaarvoice marketing program..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The lithium-ion batteries installed in the lanterns can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: The firm reported one incident of the lithium-ion battery in a lantern overheating. No injuries have been reported.
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