CPSC2000-12-21
Christmas Trees Recalled by Walgreen
Walgreen Co., of Deerfield, Ill.
Hazard
A color wheel in the tree stand, that is used to light the trees can overheat and catch fire.
Remedy
Stop using the trees immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Sold at
Walgreens nationwide sold the trees this holiday season for about $40.
Affected count
About 9,000
Injuries reported
Two reports of the color wheel overheating and melting. No injuries were reported.
Products
Professional Series Fiber Optic 3 ft. Tree
Consumer contact
Call Walgreen Co. at (847) 914-3973 for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/Christmas-Trees-Recalled-by-WalgreenDon't want to check this manually?
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