CPSC2011-06-21
Christmas Tree Shops Recall Animated Safari and Aquarium Lamps Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
Nantucket Distributing Co. Inc., of Middleboro, Mass.
Hazard
Defective wiring in the lamps can cause an electrical short, posing fire and shock hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamps and return them to Christmas Tree Shops store for a full refund.
Sold at
Christmas Tree Shops stores primarily in the New England, Mid-Atlantic and Midwest regions from December 2009 through May 2011 for between $7 and $8.
Affected count
About 35,000
Injuries reported
Christmas Tree Shops has received three reports of sparking. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Animated Safari and Aquarium Lamps
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Christmas Tree Shops toll-free at (888) 287-3232 anytime, or visit their website at www.christmastreeshops.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Christmas-Tree-Shops-Recall-Animated-Safari-and-Aquarium-Lamps-Due-to-Fire-and-Shock-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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