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Product recall · CPSCFebruary 9, 2011Serious
AmerTac Night Lights
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
An electrical short circuit in the night light can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt, which can burn consumers or result in fire.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled night lights immediately and unplug them from the wall. Contact the firm for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact AmerTac at (800) 420-7511 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit AmerTac's website at www.amertac.com or www.recallcenter.com
The product
Three night light models are being recalled: model numbers 71193, 71194 and 327879. Only those with KML molded on the back are being recalled. All three models have KML, ETL, the AmerTac™ logo and the model number molded on the back of the night lights' plastic housing. Model number 71193 is a square shaped, white plastic unit with a flat translucent square window on the front and a button for changing the screen color. Model 71194 and 327879 resemble a computer mouse with white plastic housing and inset translucent windows on the front and sides.
Details
- Units affected
- About 261,000
- Recall date
- February 9, 2011
- Brand
- American Tack & Hardware Co. Inc. (AmerTac), of Saddle River, N.J.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- AmerTac has received 18 reports of the night lights smoking, burning, melting and/or charring, including three reports of minor property damage and one of a minor burn injury.
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Hardware stores, lighting showrooms and home centers nationwide from March 2009 through January 2011 for about $7.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “AmerTac Recalls Night Lights Due to Fire and Burn Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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