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CPSC recall · Reported April 17, 2018

Jo-Ann Stores Recalls Light Sets Due to Laceration Hazard

The light set's glass jars can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard.

Recall #
18141
Affected scope
About 3,000
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The recall

Henton Enterprise Co. Ltd., of China issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The light set's glass jars can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard..

Moderate
severity level
April 17, 2018
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18141 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #18141) was formally reported on April 17, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Henton Enterprise Co. Ltd., of China is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 3,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The light set's glass jars can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the light sets and contact Jo-Ann stores for a full refund. — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 3,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Jo-Ann's battery-operated Maker's Holiday 10-count LED string light sets. The light sets consist of ten glass jars with white plastic snow and red plastic beads inside and a cork at the top that holds the LED bulb. The light strings measure about 73.5 inches long and have a tag attached with instructions as to how to replace the batteries. Maker's Holiday is printed on the front of the product packaging and SKU/UPC 1554-7201/603559321277 on the bottom left of the back side of the product packaging.

Reason for recall

The light set's glass jars can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard.

Remedy — what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the light sets and contact Jo-Ann stores for a full refund.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 18141
Date reported April 17, 2018
Date initiated April 17, 2018
Recalling firm Henton Enterprise Co. Ltd., of China
Affected scope About 3,000
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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Jo-Ann's battery-operated Maker's Holiday 10-count LED string light sets. The light sets consist of ten glass jars with white plastic snow and red plastic beads inside and a cork at the top that holds the LED bulb. The light strings measure about 73.5 inches long and have a tag attached with instructions as to how to replace the batteries. Maker's Holiday is printed on the front of the product packaging and SKU/UPC 1554-7201/603559321277 on the bottom left of the back side of the product packaging.. Recalled by Henton Enterprise Co. Ltd., of China. Units affected: About 3,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The light set's glass jars can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the light sets and contact Jo-Ann stores for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 17, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18141.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (18141) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported April 17, 2018.

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Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA) Aggregated federal recall feeds Recall data normalized across FDA, CPSC and NHTSA feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type).