Recalls / 2009-03-25
Holiday Lights Recalled by Four Star Group USA Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Safeway Stores
09165 · Recalled 2009-03-25 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled holiday lights are a string of 10 LED bulbs, each covered with a clear, star shape. "Fresh Décor" is printed on the front of the product's packaging; the UPC (#7989390761) is printed on the back, below the bar code.
Hazards
Electrical wiring in the lights can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Reported injuries
The firm has received two reports of the recalled lights smoking and/or melting. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lights and return the product to any Safeway store for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh Décor 10-Count LED Star String Lights | About 13,000 |
Parties
- Distributor
- Four Star Group USA Inc., of Hopkinton, Mass.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Safeway, including Carrs, Dominick's, Genuardi's, Pak'n Save, Pavilions, Randalls, Tom Thumb, Vons, from October 2008 through December 2008 for about $7.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Safeway toll-free at (877) 723-3929 (877-SAFEWAY) between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, or contact the retailer where the lights were purchased.
Source: CPSC recall 09165. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.