CPSC recall · Reported March 8, 2006
Fire and Burn Hazards Prompt Nite Lite Recall
An electrical short circuit in the nite lite can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt, which can burn consumers or result in a fire.
American Tack & Hardware Co. Inc. (AmerTac), of Saddle River, N.j. recalled The recalled "Forever-Glo Nite Lites™" look like small picture frames that plug into the ….
Fire and Burn Hazards Prompt Nite Lite Recall was recalled by American Tack & Hardware Co. Inc. (AmerTac), of Saddle River, N.j. in March 8, 2006. Reason: An electrical short circuit in the nite lite can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt, which can burn con…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled nite lites immediately. If the units are plugged…. Verify recall #06109 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
American Tack & Hardware Co. Inc. (AmerTac), of Saddle River, N.j. issued this CPSC recall-An electrical short circuit in the nite lite can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt, which can burn con….
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- agency class
- March 8, 2006
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06109 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.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The recalled "Forever-Glo Nite Lites™" look like small picture frames that plug into the wall. Only model numbers 75001 or 75002 with a manufacture date of April 2004 or later are included in this recall. Model 75001 is white or bronze-colored and has molded scroll-work around the front of the nite lite. "Model 75001" is printed on the back of the nite lite. Model 75002 is silver-colored and has a punched tin frame. "Model C8A5" is printed on the back. Both nite lite models measure about 3 inches by 3 inches and are about ¼ inch thick. "AmerTac™" and a circle with the month and year of manufacture are indicated on the back of the nite lites.
Reason for recall
An electrical short circuit in the nite lite can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt, which can burn consumers or result in a fire.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled nite lites immediately. If the units are plugged into the wall, turn off the power at the circuit box and remove the light from the wall socket and contact the firm for a full refund or two free replacement nite lites.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06109 |
| Date reported | March 8, 2006 |
| Date initiated | March 8, 2006 |
| Recalling firm | American Tack & Hardware Co. Inc. (AmerTac), of Saddle River, N.j. |
| Affected scope | About 35.000 |
| 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 should stop using the recalled nite lites immediately. If the units are plugged into the wall, turn off the power at th…
- Check the recall number (06109) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- 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
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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