CPSC, Great Gifts Inc. Announce Recall of Snowmen Holiday Lamps
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-05-19). Hazards: fire, electric shock, microbial. Models: 1628. About 1,900 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04140 |
| Published | 2004-05-19 |
| Last updated | 2025-02-12 |
| Product category | Lights (Seasonal) |
| Products | Snowmen Holiday Lamps |
| Firm named in the title | Great Gifts Inc. |
| Firms | Great Gifts Inc., of McKeesport, Pa. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 1,900 |
| Model numbers | 1628 |
| Hazard classes | fire, electric shock, microbial |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Small gift stores nationwide, from October 2003 through December 2003, for about $10. |
Description
There are three styles of snowmen lamps included in the recall. The Turbo 1541 model is a train with a snowman and light with "Joyful" written on the top. The model 1536A consists of three snowmen with a light in a campfire. Model 1628 is three snowmen with a choir book and light. Each holiday light has the model number listed on its base with the label "Made in China for Great Gifts McKeesport PA 15132."
Hazard
These electric holiday lamps have undersized wiring, no strain relief on the electric cords, and the molded plastic enclosure is flammable. The lamps pose fire and electrocution hazards.
Remedy
Stop using these lamps and contact the firm to get information on returning them and receiving a refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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