CPSC2005-12-20
CPSC, Family Dollar Stores Announce Recall of Spinning Star Christmas Tree Topper
Family Dollar Stores, of Charlotte, N.C.
Hazard
The tree topper can melt or smoke near the on/off switch, which could pose a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the spinning star tree topper and return it to a Family Dollar store for a full refund.
Sold at
Family Dollar Stores nationwide from September 2005 through December 2005 for about $8.
Affected count
About 13,000
Injuries reported
Family Dollar has received eight reports of the tree topper melting or smoking. There are no reports of fires, injuries or property damage.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Spinning Star Christmas Tree Topper
Consumer contact
The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/CPSC-Family-Dollar-Stores-Announce-Recall-of-Spinning-Star-Christmas-Tree-Topper-Don't want to check this manually?
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