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Product recall · CPSCNovember 20, 2018Serious
HoMedics Nightlights
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The small feet on the giraffe-shaped nightlight can detach, posing a choking hazard to small children.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Choking hazard from small parts.
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 immediately stop using the recalled nightlights and contact HoMedics for a full refund.
Who to contact: HoMedics at 800-466-3342 from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday or online at www.homedics.com and click on the Product Recall tab for more information.
The product
This recall involves the HoMedics MyBaby Comfort Creatures Giraffe Portable & Bedside Nightlight, model MYB-N100GIR. The affected nightlights have the date code GP230118 or GP290318 and the date code is located on the underside of the product. It can be powered by an AC adaptor or two AA batteries. It is yellow with brown spots and white underbelly. The nightlight is about 3 inches long, 5 inches wide, 7 inches high, and weighs less than 1 pound.
Details
- Units affected
- About 3,000
- Recall date
- November 20, 2018
- Brand
- G & Y Company Limited, of Hong Kong, HoMedics USA LLC, of Commerce Township, Mich.
- What has been reported
- The firm has received one report of the feet on the giraffe-shaped nightlight detaching.
MYB-N100GIR
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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: “HoMedics Recalls Nightlights Due to Choking Hazard (Recall Alert)”
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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