Molenaar LLC Recalls Night Lights Due to Fire and Shock Hazard

CPSC recall 10353 · announced September 23, 2010 · Molenaar Llc Of Willmar, Minn · 315,000 units affected

The product

Two models of the night lights are being recalled. One model, Model No. 2019, is shaped like a house. The other, Model No. 2017, is square-shaped with a rounded top. The night lights glow green when plugged into an electrical outlet. "71980 U.S.A." is molded into the night light's back panel, just above the brass outlet prongs. The night lights may have the brand names or logos of various companies printed on the front.

The hazard

The night lights can become hot to the touch and melt, resulting in risk of possible shock or fire.

What to do (per CPSC)

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled night lights and throw them away.

Official CPSC recall notice →

Notes

Incidents (per CPSC): The firm is aware of 4 incidents of the night lights melting, resulting in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: The recalled night lights were distributed free as promotional products by various companies imprinted with various company names between October 2001 and November 2009
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Molenaar at (877) 719-4442 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.miline.com

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.