CPSC, UL United Inc. Announce Recall of Electrical Paintings

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-06-20). Hazards: fire, electric shock. About 150 units in the US.

Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Recall number	`02184`
Published	2002-06-20
Last updated	2025-09-22
Product category	Artwork
Products	The Motion Picture series electrical paintings
Firm named in the title	UL United Inc.
Firms	UL United Inc., of Houston, Texas (importer)
Manufactured in	China
Units (US)	150
Hazard classes	fire, electric shock
Remedy classes	refund, stop use
Sold	Flea markets sold the paintings in Texas and Arkansas, from December 2001 through April 2002, for between $18 and $50.

Description

The recalled paintings show 13 scenes of waterfalls and other bodies of water, sold as "The Motion Picture" series. The images are painted on glass and are illuminated by a light bulb. The paintings give the impression of water spilling over a waterfall and have the sound of running water, birds and music. "MADE IN CHINA" appears on the packaging of the paintings.

Hazard

The electrical paintings can short circuit, posing a shock or fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using these paintings and contact UL United for a full refund, including shipping costs.

Incidents and injuries

CPSC and UL United have not received any reports of injuries. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.

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