Christmas Lights Recalled by GEM Stores
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2000-12-21). Hazards: fire, electric shock. About 50,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01060a |
| Published | 2000-12-21 |
| Last updated | 2026-01-12 |
| Product category | Lights (Seasonal) |
| Products | Miniature Christmas lights and icicle-style lights |
| Firm named in the title | GEM Stores |
| Firms | GEM Stores, of Jamaica, N.Y. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 50,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, electric shock |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | The lights were sold in GEM stores throughout New York, from November 2000 to December 2000. |
Description
The lights are flashing, steady burning or chasing light in various colors and they were made in China. A "GEM STORES" orange price sticker is affixed to each box. Light Set-Writing on Box Description of packaging Price 50 window ice lights Blue box with picture of a house $2 100 icicle lights Brown striped box with picture of house. Santa's Christmas Magic brand $4 140 Action Light Set/Chaserlights Blue box with snowflakes, stockings, trees, and holly $8 100 mini light set Blue box with snowflakes, stockings, trees, and holly $4 50 miniature lights Red and green box. Trim a Tree brand $1 100 miniature lights Red and green box. Trim a Tree brand $2 100 miniature light set Red striped box with picture of tree branches. Santa's Christmas Magic brand $4
Hazard
The lights have undersized wires that can easily pull out of the plugs and light sockets, posing electric shock and fire hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Stop using the lights immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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