Hurricane Style Lights Recalled by Christmas Tree Shops Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 12099 · announced February 1, 2012 · Nantucket Distributing Co · 4,500 units affected
The product
The recalled Hurricane Style Light is a circular lamp with a white metal basket and moveable handle for hanging or carrying at the top. It has a colored glass insert in blue, pink, or green and uses a mini light bulb. The model number "DML0593" and SKU/UPC number "000015806710" are printed on the price tag attached to the product.
The hazard
An electrical short circuit can occur in the light's internal wiring, causing smoke and posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return it to any Christmas Tree Shops location for a full refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received one report of the product causing smoke and a burning smell. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Sold at: Christmas Tree Shops in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and Midwest regions from December 2010 through November 2011 for about $7.
Consumer contact: For additional information, please contact Christmas Tree Shops toll-free at (888) 287-3232 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.christmastreeshops.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.