CPSC2001-12-20
CPSC, Flora-Lite Co. Announce Recall of Christmas Light Sets
Flora-Lite Co., of Clearwater, Fla.
Hazard
The lights' wires can be easily pulled out of the plugs and light sockets. The lights could pose electrocution and electric shock hazards to consumers and could pose a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these recalled light sets immediately and return them to the store where they were purchased, for a refund.
Sold at
Specialty garden stores nationwide sold these Christmas light sets, from June 2001 through December 2001, for about $20.
Affected count
About 7,500
Injuries reported
CPSC and Flora-Lite Co. are not aware of any injuries or incidents associated with these Christmas lights. This recall is being conducted to prevent injuries.
Manufactured in
China
Products
"Rice Lights" Christmas lights
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers should call Flora-Lite Co. at (800) 411-7381 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Flora-Lite-Co-Announce-Recall-of-Christmas-Light-SetsDon't want to check this manually?
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