Christmas Tree Toppers Recalled by Precious Moments Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-12-17). Hazards: fire, burn.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10078 |
| Published | 2009-12-17 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Lights (Seasonal) |
| Products | Precious Moments Angel Christmas Tree Toppers |
| Firm named in the title | Precious Moments |
| Firms | Precious Moments Inc. of Carthage, Mo. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Menards, Shopko and Blain's Farm and Fleet nationwide from August 2009 through December 2009 for about $18. |
Description
The recalled tree toppers are 10-inch-tall vinyl angels with LED lighted wings. The angels are white, gold and yellow and they are holding either a star or a set of bells.
Hazard
Undersized wiring can cause the tree topper's switch assembly to overheat and melt posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the tree toppers and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
Precious Moments has received two reported incidents involving the tree topper overheating. No injuries have been reported.
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