CPSC, Trisonic Announce Recall of Nightlights
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-06-05). Hazards: fire, burn, electric shock. About 12,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03141 |
| Published | 2003-06-05 |
| Last updated | 2025-06-10 |
| Product category | Lights & Accessories |
| Products | Trisonic Nightlights |
| Firm named in the title | Trisonic |
| Firms | Trisonic/Eastern America Trio Products, of Flushing, N.Y. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 12,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, electric shock |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Dollar stores in the eastern portion of the United States, between April 2001 and March 2003, for about $1. |
Description
The recalled nightlights have a yellow exterior shaped like a smiley face. A label on the back of the nightlight reads, "Trisonic, 4W/120V custom made in China for Trisonic, Queens, NY, TS-45431."
Hazard
The nightlight poses a serious electrocution, electric shock, burn and fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should mail the night light to Trisonic/Eastern America Trio Products, 11-11 131st St., P.O. Box 527018, Flushing, NY 11352, for a full refund plus the cost of postage.
Incidents and injuries
Trisonic has received a report of a nightlight exploding, resulting in laceration injuries to a consumer.
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