Published by If you purchased a recalled Energizer rechargeable lantern and experienced overheating, burns, property damage, or related losses, you may be eligible for legal review through an Energizer Lantern Recall Lawsuit investigation.
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Table Of Contents
- What’s the Problem?
- Latest Updates
- Product & Usage Overview
- Where and When the Recalled Lanterns Were Sold
- Units Recalled
- Incidents & Injuries
- Refund Remedy and What Consumers Should Do
- Importer and Manufacturing Information
- Do You Qualify for an Energizer Lantern Recall Lawsuit?
- Legal Theories & Liability Grounds
- Statute of Limitations & Timing
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Why You Should Act Now
- References
What’s the Problem?
The lithium-ion batteries installed in the recalled lanterns can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Latest Updates
- January 15, 2026 – CPSC announced Recall No. 26-183 for Energizer® Large Power Indicator Lanterns due to overheating. [1]
Product & Usage Overview
This recall involves the Energizer® Large Power Indicator Lantern. The lantern is a cone-shaped portable light with an opaque lens and “Energizer” displayed on the side. The top portion of the lantern is gray with a large power button on top and a red handle.
How to Identify the Recalled Lanterns
- Model number: BGAAL9 (located on the bottom of the light, on the removable cover that provides access to the charging cord storage area)
- SKU numbers: 039800143341 or 039800143334 (located on the packaging)
- Date code: Only lanterns with a date code of June 2024 located on the base of the unit are included in the recall
Where and When the Recalled Lanterns Were Sold
The recalled lanterns were sold at Meijer, Blain, and Fleet Wholesale stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com between January 2025 and November 2025 for between $35 and $45. In addition, approximately 100 lanterns were distributed to reviewers through the Bazaarvoice marketing program.
Units Recalled
Approximately 4,100 lanterns are included in the recall.
Incidents & Injuries
The firm reported one incident of the lithium-ion battery in a lantern overheating. No injuries were reported at the time of the recall announcement.
Refund Remedy and What Consumers 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 and will then be sent prepaid shipping materials to return the recalled lantern. After the lantern is returned, consumers will be issued a refund.
Important Disposal Note
Do not throw a recalled lithium-ion battery or device in the trash, curbside recycling, or used battery recycling boxes found at retail and home improvement stores. Recalled lithium-ion batteries must be disposed of differently because they present a greater risk of fire. Your municipal household hazardous waste (HHW) collection center may accept the recalled device for disposal; contact the HHW office ahead of time to confirm acceptance.
Consumer Contact Information
- Phone: 800-383-7323 (8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday)
- Email: customersupport@energizer.com
- Online: energizer.com/lightings/lanternrecall
- Website: www.energizer.com (click the “Lantern Recall” tab)
Importer and Manufacturing Information
- Importer: Energizer Holdings, Inc., of Clayton, Missouri
- Manufactured in: China
Do You Qualify for an Energizer Lantern Recall Lawsuit?
This article is written in an investigatory posture. An Energizer Lantern Recall Lawsuit (or related claim) may be evaluated if one or more of the following apply:
- You purchased an Energizer® Large Power Indicator Lantern included in the recall (model BGAAL9 with the recalled date code).
- You experienced an overheating event, burn injury, or related incident involving the lantern.
- You incurred losses such as medical expenses, property damage, or other out-of-pocket costs connected to the incident.
- You have documentation supporting ownership and product identification (photos of the lantern and base date code, packaging showing SKU, receipts, or order confirmation).
Evidence You Should Gather
- Proof of purchase (receipt, order confirmation, or other purchase record).
- Photos of the lantern, model location, and the base date code (June 2024) before shipping it back.
- Packaging photos showing SKU number (if available).
- Photos of any damage and incident documentation (date/time/location and what happened).
- Medical records and bills if a burn injury occurred.
- Refund registration confirmation and correspondence with Energizer.
Damages That May Be Considered
Depending on the facts and applicable state law, a claim evaluation may consider:
- Medical expenses: evaluation and treatment for burn injuries.
- Property damage: repair or replacement costs for damaged personal property.
- Out-of-pocket costs: related expenses tied to the incident.
- Lost income: time missed from work due to injury (case-specific).
- Non-economic damages: case-specific harms tied to a documented injury.
Legal Theories & Liability Grounds
Where supported by evidence, potential claims involving recalled consumer products may be evaluated under product-liability and negligence frameworks (such as defective design, defective manufacture, failure to warn, and negligence). The viability of any theory depends on the facts and documentation in the individual case.
Statute of Limitations & Timing
Deadlines for filing product liability and injury claims vary by state. If an incident occurred, preserving documentation early can be important while you complete the return-and-refund process.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which lanterns are included in the recall?
Energizer® Large Power Indicator Lanterns, model BGAAL9, with SKU 039800143341 or 039800143334, and only those with a date code of June 2024 on the base. - What is the remedy?
A full refund after registering, receiving prepaid shipping materials, and returning the recalled lantern. - Were injuries reported?
No injuries were reported at the time of the recall announcement, and one overheating incident was reported.
Why You Should Act Now
The recall identifies an overheating risk involving lithium-ion batteries that can cause burn hazards. If you own an affected lantern, stop using it immediately and follow the refund process. If you experienced an overheating event or documented losses, a legal review can help determine whether an Energizer Lantern Recall Lawsuit investigation is appropriate and what documentation is most important.
References
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Energizer-Recalls-Rechargeable-Lanterns-Due-to-Overheating