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Molenaar LLC Recalls Night Lights Due to Fire and Shock Hazard

Recalled September 23, 2010 · CPSC recall 10353 · Molenaar

Recalled Model No. 2019 night lightRecalled Model No. 2017 night lightLocation of "71980 U.S.A." on back of recalled night light
Hazard
The night lights can become hot to the touch and melt, resulting in risk of possible shock or fire.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled night lights and throw them away.
Units
About 315,000
Incidents / injuries
The firm is aware of 4 incidents of the night lights melting, resulting in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Description

Two models of the night lights are being recalled. One model, Model No. 2019, is shaped like a house. The other, Model No. 2017, is square-shaped with a rounded top. The night lights glow green when plugged into an electrical outlet. "71980 U.S.A." is molded into the night light's back panel, just above the brass outlet prongs. The night lights may have the brand names or logos of various companies printed on the front.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled night lights and throw them away.

Contact

For additional information, contact Molenaar at (877) 719-4442 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.miline.com

Product
Electroluminescent night lights
Manufacturer(s)
Molenaar LLC of Willmar, Minn.
Retailers
The recalled night lights were distributed free as promotional products by various companies imprinted with various company names between October 2001 and November 2009
Made in
United States

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