AmerTac Recalls Night Lights Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-12-02). Hazards: fire, burn, microbial. Models: 71107. About 272,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11057 |
| Published | 2010-12-02 |
| Last updated | 2016-04-21 |
| Product category | Night-Lights |
| Products | Forever-Glo® Cylinder Nite Lites |
| Firm named in the title | AmerTac |
| Firms | American Tack & Hardware Co. Inc. (AmerTac), of Saddle River, N.J. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 272,000 |
| Model numbers | 71107 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, microbial |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Hardware stores, lighting showrooms and home centers nationwide from May 2009 through September 2010 for about $5. |
Description
The recalled Forever-Glo® Cylinder Nite Lite is a cylinder shaped night light with a white base and clear top that plugs into the wall. Only Model Number 71107 with a manufacturer code of SY is included in this recall. The model number and manufacturer code are printed on the back of the night light. The light measures about 4 inches in height by 1- 1/2 inches wide and is about 1 inch deep.
Hazard
An electrical short circuit in the night light can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt which can burn consumers or result in a fire.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled night lights immediately. If the units are plugged into the wall, remove the light from the wall socket. Contact the firm for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
AmerTac has received nine reports of the recalled night lights smoking, burning, melting and/or charring. No injuries have been reported.
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