CPSCFebruary 1, 2012

Hurricane Style Lights Recalled by Christmas Tree Shops

Hurricane Style Lights Recalled by Christmas Tree Shops Due to Fire Hazard

Why was Hurricane Style Lights Recalled by Christmas Tree Shops recalled?

An electrical short circuit can occur in the light's internal wiring, causing smoke and posing a fire hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return it to any Christmas Tree Shops location for a full refund. Contact: For additional information, please contact Christmas Tree Shops toll-free at (888) 287-3232 anytime, or visit the firm's 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 identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Hurricane Style Lights
Company
Nantucket Distributing Co. Inc., of Middleboro, Mass.
Quantity
About 4,500
Sold at
Christmas Tree Shops in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and Midwest regions from December 2010 through November 2011 for about $7.
Recall date
February 1, 2012
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received one report of the product causing smoke and a burning smell. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled Hurricane Style Light is a circular lamp with a white metal basket and moveable handle for hanging or carrying at the top. It has a colored glass insert in blue, pink, or green and uses a mini light bulb. The model number "DML0593" and SKU/UPC number "000015806710" are printed on the price tag attached to the product.

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