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Energizer Recalls Night Lights Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target

Recall 12-253 · August 22, 2012 · Energizer

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled night lights. Contact Energizer for instructions on returning the night lights for a $7 coupon towards the purchase of an Energizer product.

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Recall at a glance

Recall number
12-253 (CPSC)
Recall date
August 22, 2012
Brand
Energizer
Category
Lighting and electrical
Products
Energizer Rotating Night Lights
Hazard
Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Remedy
Refund
Units
About 260,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
April 13, 2016

What was recalled

This recall involves Energizer LED rotating night lights. The night lights are white and have an LED light inside an adjustable dome on top. The night lights measure about 2 inches wide by 2½ inches long. Model number "NLPLROT" and date codes between 0110 (for January 2010) through 0111 (for January 2011) are included in this recall. The model number is stamped onto the side of the night light. The date code is stamped in a circle on the back of the night light. The arrow points to the month of production (i.e. 12 = December) and the number positioned on either side of the arrow represents the year (i.e. "10" = 2010).

Is my product affected?

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  • Energizer Rotating Night Lights · About 260,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Target stores nationwide from February 2010 through July 2012 for about $6.; Ningbo Sun-alps Industry Develop Co. Ltd, of China; Energizer, of St. Louis, Mo..

Injuries or incidents reported

Energizer has received nine reports of the night lights overheating, including three reports of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Energizer at (800) 383-7323 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.energizer.com

Recall history and context

Energizer appears in 2 CPSC recalls on record.

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?

Energizer Rotating Night Lights (About 260,000 units). This recall involves Energizer LED rotating night lights.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled night lights. Contact Energizer for instructions on returning the night lights for a $7 coupon towards the purchase of an Energizer product.

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