CPSC recall · Reported December 13, 2001
CPSC and NBG International Announce Recall of Christmas Lights
The lights have undersize wire and could present electric shock or fire hazards.
The CPSC recalled The Rice Christmas lights are 21 feet long with 140 non-replaceable mini-bulbs. The light….
CPSC and NBG International Announce Recall of Christmas Lights was recalled and listed by the CPSC in December 13, 2001. Reason: The lights have undersize wire and could present electric shock or fire hazards.. Remedy: Consumers who have the recalled lights should stop using them immediately and contact the…. Verify recall #02064 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The lights have undersize wire and could present electric shock or fire hazards..
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- agency class
- December 13, 2001
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #02064 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
The Rice Christmas lights are 21 feet long with 140 non-replaceable mini-bulbs. The lights have a control box that allows for an eight-function, four-way flashing light show. The attached 3-inch control box has a round dial on top numbered "1" through "8." The wires are available in three colors: black, white or green. The lights have a fused plug, and are sold in a green box that includes the writings "Rice Light," "140 Mini Bulb String" and "MADE IN CHINA." There is no mark of an independent testing laboratory. When purchasing or using decorative holiday lights, CPSC recommends the following safety tips: - Make sure the lights contain a mark of a recognized testing lab such as UL, ETL, etc. - Use only lights that have fused plugs - If used outdoors, be certain the lights are rated for outdoor use. - To prevent overheating, replace burned-out bulbs promptly with the same wattage bulbs. - Discard any lights with frayed or damaged wires. - When using an extension cord, make sure that it is rated for the intended use.
Reason for recall
The lights have undersize wire and could present electric shock or fire hazards.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers who have the recalled lights should stop using them immediately and contact the firm for a free replacement set of Christmas lights.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 02064 |
| Date reported | December 13, 2001 |
| Date initiated | December 13, 2001 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 100,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers who have the recalled lights should stop using them immediately and contact the firm for a free replacement set of Chri…
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- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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