Holiday Lights Recalled by Universal Distribution Center Due to Shock and Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 09140 · announced March 4, 2009 · Universal Distribution Center · 52,000 units affected
The product
The recalled holiday lights are a string of 50 clear or multicolored bulbs. They were sold in a white and red box with the item number (CH81648 or CH81658) written on the back above the bar code.
The hazard
The lights have undersized wires that can easily pull out of the plugs and light sockets becoming exposed. This poses an electric shock and fire hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lights and return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Discount and dollar stores in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Connecticut from October 2008 through December 2008 for about $2.
Consumer contact: For additional information, call Universal Distribution Centers toll-free at (866) 343-2343 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or contact the retailer where the lights were purchased.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.