Holiday Lights Recalled by Target Due to Shock and Fire Hazards

Recalled January 13, 2006 · CPSC recall 06067 · Holiday

Hazard

These lights have undersized and exposed wires, which pose a risk of electric shock and fire hazards.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the lights and return them to the nearest Target store for a Target Gift Card in the amount of a full refund.

Units

About 861,000 sets

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

The recall includes 50-count multi-color mini light sets, 100-count blue mini light sets, and 140-count chasing light sets. "Mini Light Set" or "Chasing Light Set" is written on the packaging. The 100-count light sets have UL number E254698 or E182192, or there is no UL number written on the tag attached to the light string. The 50-count light sets have UL number E254698 or E182192, or no UL number. The chasing light sets have UL number E254698 or there is no UL number written on the tag.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the lights and return them to the nearest Target store for a Target Gift Card in the amount of a full refund.

Contact

For more information, consumers can contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or log on to the firm's Web site at www.Target.com

Product

Mini Light and Chasing Light Sets

Imported by

Target, of Minneapolis, Minn.

Retailers

Target Stores nationwide from September 2005 through December 2005 for $1.50 for the 50-count set; $2 for the 100-count set; and $10 for the 140-count chasing light set.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →