Holiday Tree, Wreath and Garland Set Recalled by General Foam Plastic Corp. Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2011-12-23). Hazards: fire, burn. About 1,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12069 |
| Published | 2011-12-23 |
| Last updated | 2016-04-18 |
| Product category | Artificial Christmas Trees |
| Products | Brookfield Entry Way Tree Sets |
| Firm named in the title | General Foam Plastic Corp. |
| Firms | General Foam Plastic Corp., of Norfolk, Va. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 1,000 |
| UPC / GTIN | 00029033367980 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | True Value Hardware stores nationwide during November 2011 for about $40. |
Description
This recall involves Brookfield entry way decorating sets which include two green artificial 48-inch (4 ft.) trees in black metal vases, one green 24-inch wide wreath and one green 9-foot long garland. The wreath has battery-powered white lights. The trees and the garland plug into wall outlets. "True Value," "True Value Item #136879" and "UPC code 0 29033 36798 0" are printed on the product's box.
Hazard
The battery box that power lights on the artificial wreath can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to True Value for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 12 reports of battery boxes overheating and being warm to the touch after batteries were installed. No injuries have been reported.
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