CPSC, Great Gifts Inc. Announce Recall of Snowmen Holiday Lamps
CPSC recall 04140 · announced May 19, 2004 · Great Gifts · 1,900 units affected
The product
There are three styles of snowmen lamps included in the recall. The Turbo 1541 model is a train with a snowman and light with "Joyful" written on the top. The model 1536A consists of three snowmen with a light in a campfire. Model 1628 is three snowmen with a choir book and light. Each holiday light has the model number listed on its base with the label "Made in China for Great Gifts McKeesport PA 15132."
The hazard
These electric holiday lamps have undersized wiring, no strain relief on the electric cords, and the molded plastic enclosure is flammable. The lamps pose fire and electrocution hazards.
What to do (per CPSC)
Stop using these lamps and contact the firm to get information on returning them and receiving a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Small gift stores nationwide, from October 2003 through December 2003, for about $10.
Consumer contact: Call Great Gifts Inc. toll-free at (800) 611-0651 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.