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Atico International USA Recalls Halloween Mini Projection Lights Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Five Below

Recall 13-025 · November 1, 2012 · Atico

What to doThe firm is out of business, the remedy is no longer available, and the product should be discarded or destroyed.

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Recall at a glance

Recall number
13-025 (CPSC)
Recall date
November 1, 2012
Brand
Atico
Category
Lighting and electrical
Products
Halloween Mini Projection Lights
Hazard
Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Five Below
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Remedy
Refund
Units
About 3,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
September 29, 2015

What was recalled

This recall involves plastic Halloween mini projection lights. They are about 6 inches long and have Halloween-themed black designs on them. They were sold in orange, green and purple. The projection lights came in a cardboard blister pack with a purple background. The phrase "Ghouloween" is printed on the upper left-hand corner.

Is my product affected?

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

  • Halloween Mini Projection Lights · About 3,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Five Below stores nationwide during September 2012 for $1.25.; Atico International USA Inc., of Fort Lauderdale, Fla..

Injuries or incidents reported

Atico International USA has received two reports of incidents, including one minor burn injury.

Recall history and context

Atico appears in 15 CPSC recalls on record. See all Atico 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?

Halloween Mini Projection Lights (About 3,000 units). This recall involves plastic Halloween mini projection lights.

Why was it recalled?

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

What should I do if I own one?

The firm is out of business, the remedy is no longer available, and the product should be discarded or destroyed.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on September 29, 2015. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.