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Product recall · CPSCMarch 1, 2012Serious
LED 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, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
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 immediately stop using the recalled night lights, remove them from the wall sockets and 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.recall-center.com orwww.amertac.com
The product
Three AmerTac night lights are being recalled. Each has a model name and two model numbers. The model name and a secondary model number appear only on the packaging. The basic model number appears on the back of the night light. The night lights are rectangular, about 2-3/16 inches high, 3-1/2 inches wide and 1-1/4 inches deep. The front housings for each are either white- or nickel-colored plastic with four horizontal vents and a round light sensor above the top vent. The backs of the night lights are gray plastic with the AmerTac™ logo, the basic model number, "SY" identification code and "ETL" molded into them. Only models bearing "SY" on the back are being recalled. The following night lights are being recalled: Model Name on Packaging Model Number on Packaging Model Number on Night Light Amerelle 71190 71190 or 71190A Amertac 327895 Everyday Basics 076092
Details
- Units affected
- About 227,000
- Recall date
- March 1, 2012
- Brand
- American Tack & Hardware Co. Inc. (AmerTac), of Saddle River, N.J.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- AmerTac has received 25 reports of the night lights smoking, burning, melting and charring. No injuries have been reported.
Hardware stores, home centers and lighting showrooms from March 2009 through October 2010 for about $6.
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: “LED Night Lights Recalled by AmerTac Due to Fire and Burn Hazards”
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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