Recalls / 2013-03-14
BrightLight Blankets Recalled by IdeaVillage Due to Burn Hazard
13730 · Recalled 2013-03-14 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled BrightLight blankets are 40-inch by 60-inch white, polyester blankets with LED lights that change color. The blanket has a battery compartment in a zippered pouch on the edge of the blanket.
Hazards
The batteries in the blanket can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
Reported injuries
The firm has received four reports of batteries overheating, including one report of a minor burn to a finger.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blankets and contact IdeaVillage for a free replacement blanket. IdeaVillage is contacting its customers directly.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Battery-powered BrightLight™ blankets | About 5,200 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Wellbrain International
- Importer
- IdeaVillage Products Corp. of Wayne, N.J.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Online at www.brightlightpillow.com, by phone
Consumer contact
IdeaVillage, toll-free at (866) 655-4342, from 5 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday and Tuesday, 6 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PT Wednesday, 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. PT Thursday and Friday or www.brightlightblanketrecall.com for more information.
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Source: CPSC recall 13730. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.