PlainRecalls
CPSC Moderate Active

Melville Direct Recalls Aquarium Motion Lamps Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively by Bits & Pieces (Recall Alert)

Reported: March 4, 2015 Initiated: March 4, 2015 #15722

Product Description

The Aquarium Lamp simulates a tropical coral reef. The plug-in lamp contains no water. Lights illuminate colorful fish and dolphins that swim back and forth with a 3D effect. The scene is framed by a beveled glass mirror frame. The lamp case and stand are made of plastic. The lamp measures 7 ½ inches tall x 12 ¼ inches wide x 3 inches deep. Style 45458 is printed on the original box.

Reason for Recall

The lamp can overheat and spark when plugged in, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumer should unplug the lamp. Melville Direct is contacting customers whose lamp shipped after September 1, 2014. The letter includes a return form and a merchandise return label. Customers should complete the return form and affix the postage-paid return label to the outside of the box. Customers may contact Melville Direct to receive the form and label.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Aquarium Lamp simulates a tropical coral reef. The plug-in lamp contains no water. Lights illuminate colorful fish and dolphins that swim back and forth with a 3D effect. The scene is framed by a beveled glass mirror frame. The lamp case and stand are made of plastic. The lamp measures 7 ½ inches tall x 12 ¼ inches wide x 3 inches deep. Style 45458 is printed on the original box.. Recalled by Melville Direct of Lawrenceburg, Indiana. Units affected: About 3,600.
Why was this product recalled?
The lamp can overheat and spark when plugged in, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumer should unplug the lamp. Melville Direct is contacting customers whose lamp shipped after September 1, 2014. The letter includes a return form and a merchandise return label. Customers should complete the return form and affix the postage-paid return label to the outside of the box. Customers may contact Melville Direct to receive the form and label.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 4, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15722.