CPSC2001-12-13
CPSC and NBG International Announce Recall of Christmas Lights
NBG International Inc., of Houston, Texas
Hazard
The lights have undersize wire and could present electric shock or fire hazards.
Remedy
Consumers who have the recalled lights should stop using them immediately and contact the firm for a free replacement set of Christmas lights.
Sold at
Novelty and holiday stores sold these lights nationwide, from June 1998 through November 2001, for between $7 and $10.
Affected count
About 100,000
Injuries reported
CPSC and NBG International have not received any reports of injuries or incidents associated with these Christmas lights. This recall is being conducted to prevent electric shocks and fires.
Manufactured in
China
Products
"Rice Light" decorative Christmas lights
Consumer contact
For more information, contact NBG International at (877) 532-8949 between 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email the firm at nbgjf@worldnet.att.net
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-and-NBG-International-Announce-Recall-of-Christmas-LightsDon't want to check this manually?
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