CPSC2012-12-26
Bethlehem Lights Recalls Christmas Trees Sold Exclusively by QVC Due to Fire Hazard
GKI Bethlehem Lights of Taunton, Mass.
Hazard
The Christmas tree base can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the Christmas tree and contact QVC to receive a refund. QVC is contacting its customers directly by mail.
Sold at
QVC from July 2011 through November 2011 for $320 for the 6.5-foot tree and $398 for the 7.5-foot tree.
Affected count
About 15,500
Injuries reported
QVC has received 30 reports of the tree base overheating, melting or smoking. No injuries were reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Artificially Lit Christmas Trees
Consumer contact
GKI Bethlehem Lights at (800) 248-1434, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.gkilights.com, clicking on "Resources" and then click on "Recall Notice."
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Bethlehem-Lights-Recalls-Christmas-Trees-Sold-Exclusively-by-QVC-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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