CPSCJune 21, 2011

Christmas Tree Shops Animated Safari and Aquarium Lamps recall: Fire and Shock Hazards

Christmas Tree Shops Recall Animated Safari and Aquarium Lamps Due to Fire and Shock Hazards

Why was Christmas Tree Shops Animated Safari and Aquarium Lamps recalled?

Defective wiring in the lamps can cause an electrical short, posing fire and shock hazards to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamps and return them to Christmas Tree Shops store for a full refund. Contact: For additional information, contact Christmas Tree Shops toll-free at (888) 287-3232 anytime, or visit their website at www.christmastreeshops.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 lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

UPC: 000015556905, 000015618955, 000015821591, 000015821607

Product
Animated Safari and Aquarium Lamps
Company
Nantucket Distributing Co. Inc., of Middleboro, Mass.
Quantity
About 35,000
Sold at
Christmas Tree Shops stores primarily in the New England, Mid-Atlantic and Midwest regions from December 2009 through May 2011 for between $7 and $8.
Recall date
June 21, 2011
Incidents / injuries
Christmas Tree Shops has received three reports of sparking. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves Safari and Aquarium themed lamps with UPC numbers 000015556905, 000015618955, 000015821591 and 000015821607 printed on the price label on the cardboard packaging. The decorative lamps are silver and feature rotating films with aquatic and safari scenes. While there are no brand markings directly on the product, "Made in China" is printed on the bottom of the lamp.

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