CPSC, Chicago Wholesale & Imports Inc. Announce Recall
CPSC, Chicago Wholesale & Imports Inc. Announce Recall of Electric Pictures
Why was CPSC, Chicago Wholesale & Imports Inc. Announce Recall recalled?
These pictures have inadequate construction, incorrect wiring, and use flammable materials, all of which pose fire and electric shock hazards to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumer should stop using the electrical components to the pictures immediately and return them to Chicago Wholesale & Imports for a refund. Contact: For information on returning the picture, consumers should call Chicago Wholesale & Imports toll-free at (866) 885-1986 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or log on to the company's website at www.getyourscooter.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Electric Pictures (Moveable Waterfall Pictures)
- Company
- Chicago Wholesale and Imports, of Bridgeview, Ill.
- Quantity
- 3,500
- Sold at
- Flea markets and dollar stores in the Midwest, primarily in the Chicago area, sold the pictures from April 2003 through April 2004 for between $20 and $150 (depending on the size).
- Recall date
- October 12, 2004
- Incidents / injuries
- Chicago Wholesale and Imports has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recalled electric pictures are framed artwork that utilizes electric lights and sound and feature moving background scenes, including waterfalls and beach scenes. The paintings come with wooden, glass mirror, or plastic frames. The pictures come in seven different sizes: 180cm x 112cm, 148cm x 98cm, 118cm x 74cm, 98cm x 48cm, 65cm x 45cm, 26cm x 20cm, and 25cm x 25cm.