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Christmas Tree Shops Recall Animated Safari and Aquarium Lamps Due to Fire and Shock Hazards

Recall 11-253 · June 21, 2011 · Christmas Tree Shops

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamps and return them to Christmas Tree Shops store for a full refund.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
11-253 (CPSC)
Recall date
June 21, 2011
Brand
Christmas Tree Shops
Category
Lighting and electrical
Products
Animated Safari and Aquarium Lamps
Hazard
Fire and Shock Hazards
Hazard type
Fire and burnElectric shock
Remedy
Refund
Units
About 35,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
July 5, 2016

What was recalled

This recall involves Safari and Aquarium themed lamps with UPC numbers 000015556905, 000015618955, 000015821591 and 000015821607 printed on the price label on the cardboard packaging. The decorative lamps are silver and feature rotating films with aquatic and safari scenes. While there are no brand markings directly on the product, "Made in China" is printed on the bottom of the lamp.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Animated Safari and Aquarium Lamps · About 35,000 units

Photos from the recall notice

Christmas Tree Shops Recall Animated Safari and Aquarium Lamps
Christmas Tree Shops Recall Animated Safari and Aquarium Lamps

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Christmas Tree Shops stores primarily in the New England, Mid-Atlantic and Midwest regions from December 2009 through May 2011 for between $7 and $8.; Nantucket Distributing Co. Inc., of Middleboro, Mass..

Injuries or incidents reported

Christmas Tree Shops has received three reports of sparking. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Christmas Tree Shops toll-free at (888) 287-3232 anytime, or visit their website at www.christmastreeshops.com

Recall history and context

Christmas Tree Shops appears in 10 CPSC recalls on record. See all Christmas Tree Shops recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 112 recalls in the lighting and electrical category, 47 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Animated Safari and Aquarium Lamps (About 35,000 units). This recall involves Safari and Aquarium themed lamps with UPC numbers 000015556905, 000015618955, 000015821591 and 000015821607 printed on the price label on the cardboard packaging.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fire and Shock Hazards.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamps and return them to Christmas Tree Shops store for a full refund.

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