Holiday Lights Recalled by Target Due to Shock and Fire Hazards
CPSC recall 06067 · announced January 13, 2006 · Target · 861,000 units affected
The product
The recall includes 50-count multi-color mini light sets, 100-count blue mini light sets, and 140-count chasing light sets. "Mini Light Set" or "Chasing Light Set" is written on the packaging. The 100-count light sets have UL number E254698 or E182192, or there is no UL number written on the tag attached to the light string. The 50-count light sets have UL number E254698 or E182192, or no UL number. The chasing light sets have UL number E254698 or there is no UL number written on the tag.
The hazard
These lights have undersized and exposed wires, which pose a risk of electric shock and fire hazards.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the lights and return them to the nearest Target store for a Target Gift Card in the amount of a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Target Stores nationwide from September 2005 through December 2005 for $1.50 for the 50-count set; $2 for the 100-count set; and $10 for the 140-count chasing light set.
Consumer contact: For more information, consumers can contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or log on to the firm's Web site at www.Target.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.