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Southwire Recalls Globe and Snow Globe Stake Lights Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: September 14, 2017 Initiated: September 14, 2017 #17224

Product Description

This recall involves Moonrays brand large mystic globe and winter-themed snow globe stake lights. The lawn and garden decorations are plastic globes mounted on a metal stake that can be inserted into the ground. Water and antifreeze allow glitter inside the globe to float. The winter-themed light stake is framed by a snowman, Christmas Tree, Santa Claus or reindeer. The solar powered lights also contain LED bulbs that run on AA NI-cd or AA-NI-Mh rechargeable batteries.

Reason for Recall

Light refraction through the stake lights can singe or melt items in contact with or in the immediate proximity, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stake lights and contact Southwire to return the product for a refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 8,700 (in addition, about 10,000 units were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Moonrays brand large mystic globe and winter-themed snow globe stake lights. The lawn and garden decorations are plastic globes mounted on a metal stake that can be inserted into the ground. Water and antifreeze allow glitter inside the globe to float. The winter-themed light stake is framed by a snowman, Christmas Tree, Santa Claus or reindeer. The solar powered lights also contain LED bulbs that run on AA NI-cd or AA-NI-Mh rechargeable batteries.. Recalled by Southwire Canada Company of Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Units affected: About 8,700 (in addition, about 10,000 units were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
Light refraction through the stake lights can singe or melt items in contact with or in the immediate proximity, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stake lights and contact Southwire to return the product for a refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 14, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17224.