Hurricane Style Lights Recalled by Christmas Tree Shops Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled February 1, 2012 · CPSC recall 12099 · Hurricane

Hazard

An electrical short circuit can occur in the light's internal wiring, causing smoke and posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Refund

Units

About 4,500

Incidents / injuries

The firm has received one report of the product causing smoke and a burning smell. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Description

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.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return it to any Christmas Tree Shops location for a full refund.

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

Product

Hurricane Style Lights

Imported by

Nantucket Distributing Co. Inc., of Middleboro, Mass.

Retailers

Christmas Tree Shops in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and Midwest regions from December 2010 through November 2011 for about $7.

Made in

China

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