Why does Maglite so adamantly refuse to honor its warranty? The design of this flashlight encourages batteries to leak and wreck the flashlight.
276484
I guess I'd ask why you think the flashlight manufacturer is responsible for the batteries leaking? Batteries leak due to excess heat (storing your flashlight in a hot car?) or just from being in the flashlight for a lengthy time (it's recommended to change batteries about every six months), neither condition indicating a manufacturing problem with the flashlight, itself.
276485
i've used maglite and snap on maglites for over 40 yrs. never had problems like that even after leaving batteries in for 5+ yrs. on accident, but if the battery leaked it's the battery hence the warranty not being honored. We just use a long qtip and some alcohol or tarnex to clean up any kind of battery leaks on any item that's needed it. Maybe give that a try, the maglite is probably still viable even though the battery leaked, corrosion is cleanable in most cases. Good Luck!
276486
For me this has become routine, I dump out the roasted batteries, scrub it out with hot water, let it all dry and then load it up again and go. I have never had a Maglight made unsalvageable by leaking batteries. I have worn out several through other means, switches especially and by usage as a blunt instrument. I recognize their limitations and consider them a great reasonably priced light. I do usually reach for the cree light first but I always make sure there is a D-cell Maglight close by.
2191421
I do not know the warranty on this product. I only had a day before I decided to return it. It was a good light but not what I needed it for.
1974459
Not sure. But I will say this. After having this flashlight a few years, I will NEVER EVER EVER again purchase anything like this ever again. The bulbs went out too too too often. Constant replacement of the bulb exceeded the initial cost of the flashlight. This was by far THE WORST investment that I have made in a long time. A waste of money. I now use a rechargeable battery operated flashlight. So when the battery dies, all I do is recharge it and go. This flashlight is not worth the money. Sorry.
1112243
It's been my experience that most high end flashlights (with power management circuitry) fail to live up to the manufacturer's claims. They're general guidelines at best. Granted, I've never actually put the flashlights up against a clock, but I think the Klarus is as good as any. Honestly, I think the brand of battery is a more significant factor. I typically use Duracell, Panasonic, and Surefire. I've had noticeably poor performance from cheap batteries.
896927
Maglite doesn't claim this to be waterproof. I couldn't find that on the packaging but since the rubber seals are built tight, I'd say it's water resistant.
2140832
If you look at the lens end of the flashlight you will see the ring isn't smooth. It's waved. As if it were made for smashing into things.
74237
It's a limited lifetime warranty... Go to www.streamlight.com/support for a copy of the warranty.. I've had 2 of these for a couple of years now and had no issues. I have 8 Streamlight products in all and have had no issues with any of them.. Hope that helps..
1480156
This flashlight says it has a LIFETIME warranty and a bulb life of one hundred thousand hours, it will take you thirty four years using the flashlight eight hours a day to run out its life span, but if you insist I would call the Simon company and see if the sell a replacement bulb.
1716678
exactly the same happened to me, I have no answer , I use the flashlight no screwed up to the end, and besides the light isnt so strong according the price of the item, It wasnt a good business to me, sometimes we win and sometimes we lose, this buy is one of the last, have a good day.
1997850
This company is apparently based in China and is totally unresponsive to questions. Many of their products are poorly designed, especially the larger flashlight that cannot be properly charged. The light is not waterproof and, as far as warranty goes, all my and Amazon's attempts to get information were fruitless. Good luck.
1097555
Maglite has terrible customer service!!! Do not buy any Maglite products they do not stand behind their products..
1744339
I have the same issues! I have had great success with the 750ma (green) batteries, so I ordered some of these 900ma (blue) batteries hoping for longer life. Instead I got varying voltages, higher than 3.0V that the flashlight did not like, plus, they are slightly bulkier and get stuck in the flashlight. They should be built to the same standard, but they are Not!
1917613
I get the same thing. Basically I just think that this isnt a very good flashlight. I would certainly not rely on it. I would never recommend that anyone buy this flashlight. Also really surprised that so many of the reviews are positive for this flashlights. There are so many issues with it. What an awful flashlight.
1961956
I would not know that info but I have bought another light for my emergency kit and both lights are built like tanks. The one I bought for work still runs flawless after the abuse I put it through. If warranty is really an issue for you I would suggest buying a Fenix Light there very good also. Good luck with your choice.
211527
Others have had the problem you describe; one of them returned his defective flashlight and got a replacement tailcap. The manufacture knows there is a problem.
73569
Sorry but i have no idea where to get what you're looking for. The exact same thing happened to my Fenix led flashlight. I recommend purchasing a Maglite led or trying some other product with excellent reviews.
2122144
The case is aluminum and seems durable, but I've found that these flashlights to be flaky; I own two. Sometimes the light flashes as if there is a loose contact. I would not recommend this flashlight.