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iObjectSolutions Inc. Recalls Pre-Lit Palm Trees Due to Shock, Fire Hazards

U.S. CPSCFireElectric shockApr 24, 2007
Recalled Pre-Lit Palm Tree
Recalled Pre-Lit Palm Tree
Recalled Pre-Lit Palm Tree
Recalled Pre-Lit Palm Tree

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

Hazard

If the electrical connectors are not fully inserted, they can overheat and pose electric shock and fire hazards.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these palm trees immediately and contact the retailer to receive a free replacement.

Incidents & injuries

There have been four reports of connectors overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Product description

The recall involves four sizes of pre-lit Palm trees. There is a 7-foot Lighted Palm and a 7-foot Lighted Palm Tree with Coconuts, a 5-foot Lighted Palm Tree with Coconuts, a 4.5-foot Lighted Palm Tree, and a 2.5-foot Lighted Palm Tree. These palm trees are lit by rope lights. The tree trunks have golden-colored rope wrapped in a spiral. The palm leaves are lined along the edge with green rope lights.

Sold on

Christmas Lights Etc.'s Web site from August 2006 through March 2007 for prices ranging to about $48 for the 2.5-foot tree through about $150 for the 7-foot Palm with Coconuts.

Contact the company

For additional information, call Christmas Lights Etc. toll-free at (866) 962-7382 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or email them at [email protected]

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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