Southwire Recalls Globe and Snow Globe Stake Lights Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 17224 · announced September 14, 2017 · Southwire · 8,700 units affected
The product
This recall involves Moonrays brand large mystic globe and winter-themed snow globe stake lights. The lawn and garden decorations are plastic globes mounted on a metal stake that can be inserted into the ground. Water and antifreeze allow glitter inside the globe to float. The winter-themed light stake is framed by a snowman, Christmas Tree, Santa Claus or reindeer. The solar powered lights also contain LED bulbs that run on AA NI-cd or AA-NI-Mh rechargeable batteries.
The hazard
Light refraction through the stake lights can singe or melt items in contact with or in the immediate proximity, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stake lights and contact Southwire to return the product for a refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Southwire has received nine reports of incidents including heat-related damage to nearby property such as grass, deck posts and house siding. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Moonrays and home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and online from August 2016 through March 2017 for about $20.
Consumer contact: Southwire toll-free at 888-847-8709 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, online at www.southwire.com, www.southwire.ca or www.moonrays.com and click on "Product Recall" for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.