CPSCDecember 23, 2011

Holiday Tree recall

Holiday Tree, Wreath and Garland Set Recalled by General Foam Plastic Corp. Due to Fire Hazard

Why was Holiday Tree recalled?

The battery box that power lights on the artificial wreath can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to True Value for a full refund. Contact: For additional information, contact General Foam Plastic Corp. toll-free at (855) 277-0085 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.genfoam.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: 029033367980

Product
Brookfield Entry Way Tree Sets
Company
General Foam Plastic Corp., of Norfolk, Va.
Quantity
About 1,000
Sold at
True Value Hardware stores nationwide during November 2011 for about $40.
Recall date
December 23, 2011
Incidents / 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.
Agency
CPSC

Product 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.

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