Spirit Halloween Recalls Black Light Fixtures Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
CPSC recall 22154 · announced June 9, 2022 · Spirit Halloween · 12,400 units affected
The product
This recall involves a four-foot Spirit Black Light Fixture & Bulb. The light's housing is black and has a 48-inch black light bulb. A date code 2021/06 is printed on the bottom of the unit. The Model number LT-B48P and SKU number 01536721 is printed on the packaging. The unit plugs into a standard outlet and has an on/off switch located on the power cord.
The hazard
The bulb in the fixture can pop, flash and overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled black light fixtures and contact Spirit Halloween for a full refund. Consumers should send a photo of the date code to the firm and then will receive a full refund and instructions on how to destroy and dispose of the product. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received seven reports of bulbs popping, flashing, and catching on fire or smoking, including one mild burn injury.
Sold at: Spirit Halloween stores nationwide and online at www.spirithalloween.com from August 2021 through November 2021 for about $35.
Consumer contact: Spirit Halloween toll-free at 866-586-0155 from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at GuestServices@spirithalloween.com, online at https://www.spirithalloween.com/content.jsp?pageName=BlackLightFixturesRecall, or online at www.spirithalloween.com and click on product recall at the bottom of page 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.