CPSC2009-03-25
Holiday Lights Recalled by Four Star Group USA Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Safeway Stores
Four Star Group USA Inc., of Hopkinton, Mass.
Hazard
Electrical wiring in the lights can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lights and return the product to any Safeway store for a full refund.
Sold at
Safeway stores nationwide, including Carrs, Dominick's, Genuardi's, Pak'n Save, Pavilions, Randalls, Tom Thumb and Vons, from October 2008 through December 2008 for about $7.
Affected count
About 13,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received two reports of the recalled lights smoking and/or melting. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Fresh Décor 10-Count LED Star String Lights
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Safeway toll-free at (877) 723-3929 (877-SAFEWAY) between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, or contact the retailer where the lights were purchased.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Holiday-Lights-Recalled-by-Four-Star-Group-USA-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-Safeway-StoresDon't want to check this manually?
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