CPSC2010-12-02
AmerTac Recalls Night Lights Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
American Tack & Hardware Co. Inc. (AmerTac), of Saddle River, N.J.
Hazard
An electrical short circuit in the night light can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt which can burn consumers or result in a fire.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled night lights immediately. If the units are plugged into the wall, remove the light from the wall socket. Contact the firm for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Sold at
Hardware stores, lighting showrooms and home centers nationwide from May 2009 through September 2010 for about $5.
Affected count
About 272,000
Injuries reported
AmerTac has received nine reports of the recalled night lights smoking, burning, melting and/or charring. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Forever-Glo® Cylinder Nite Lites
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact AmerTac at (800) 420-7511 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit AmerTac's website at www.amertac.com or www.recall-center.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/AmerTac-Recalls-Night-Lights-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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