CPSC, Winstar International, Inc. Announce Recall of Christmas Light Sets
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2001-12-13). Hazards: fire, electric shock. About 9,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02065 |
| Published | 2001-12-13 |
| Last updated | 2025-08-08 |
| Product category | Lights (Seasonal) |
| Products | Miniature Christmas lights |
| Firm named in the title | Winstar International, Inc. |
| Firms | Winstar International Inc., of Brooklyn, N.Y. (distributor) |
| Units (US) | 9,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, electric shock |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Discount and dollar stores in New York and New Jersey sold these Christmas lights, from October 2000 through November 2001, for about $1. |
Description
These are miniature Christmas lights with 100 lights on each string of various colors, including green, blue, red, yellow, purple and clear. The plug has "125V-3A" imprinted on it. There is no other labeling on the string of lights, and no mark of an independent testing laboratory. The packaging is a red box with a photo of a Christmas tree on the right side and a window showing the lights inside. Writing on the box includes, "JUEGO DE LUCES DE NAVIDAD," "100 MINIATURE LIGHTS," "FIVE-WAY FLASHER," "PRE-TESTED," and "ENERGY SAVER."
Hazard
These lights have undersized wiring and lack over-current protection. They pose electrocution and electric shock hazards to consumers and also are fire hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the Christmas lights immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Winstar are not aware of any injuries or incidents associated with these Christmas lights. This recall is being conducted to prevent injuries.
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