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Holiday Lights Recalled by Universal Distribution Center Due to Shock and Fire Hazard

U.S. CPSCFireElectric shockMar 4, 2009
Recalled Holiday Lights
Recalled Holiday 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 becoming exposed. This poses an electric shock and fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lights and return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

The recalled holiday lights are a string of 50 clear or multicolored bulbs. They were sold in a white and red box with the item number (CH81648 or CH81658) written on the back above the bar code.

Sold on

Discount and dollar stores in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Connecticut from October 2008 through December 2008 for about $2.

Contact the company

For additional information, call Universal Distribution Centers toll-free at (866) 343-2343 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or contact the retailer where the lights were purchased.

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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