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Christmas Lights Recalled by GEM Stores

U.S. CPSCFireElectric shockDec 21, 2000
Recalled miniature Christmas lights and icicle-style lights
Recalled miniature Christmas lights and icicle-style lights

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The lights have undersized wires that can easily pull out of the plugs and light sockets, posing electric shock and fire hazards to consumers.

Remedy

Stop using the lights immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

The lights are flashing, steady burning or chasing light in various colors and they were made in China. A "GEM STORES" orange price sticker is affixed to each box. Light Set-Writing on Box Description of packaging Price 50 window ice lights Blue box with picture of a house $2 100 icicle lights Brown striped box with picture of house. Santa's Christmas Magic brand $4 140 Action Light Set/Chaserlights Blue box with snowflakes, stockings, trees, and holly $8 100 mini light set Blue box with snowflakes, stockings, trees, and holly $4 50 miniature lights Red and green box. Trim a Tree brand $1 100 miniature lights Red and green box. Trim a Tree brand $2 100 miniature light set Red striped box with picture of tree branches. Santa's Christmas Magic brand $4

Sold on

The lights were sold in GEM stores throughout New York, from November 2000 to December 2000.

Contact the company

Call GEM Stores collect at (718) 217-5600 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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