Bethlehem Lights Recalls Christmas Trees Sold Exclusively by QVC Due to Fire Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 13-714 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- December 26, 2012
- Brand
- Bethlehem Lights
- Category
- Lighting and electrical
- Products
- Artificially Lit Christmas Trees
- Hazard
- Fire Hazard
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Remedy
- Refund
- Units
- About 15,500
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- January 13, 2015
What was recalled
This recall involves the 6.5 foot and 7.5 foot Ready Shape Scottsdale Tree with Never Fail Lights. Model numbers H191953 and H191954 are included in this recall. The model number is on a label on the tree base and on the QVC box. "Bethlehem Lights" is on the box and the instruction sheets.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Artificially Lit Christmas Trees · About 15,500 units
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Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: QVC from July 2011 through November 2011 for $320 for the 6.5-foot tree and $398 for the 7.5-foot tree.; GKI Bethlehem Lights of Taunton, Mass..
Injuries or incidents reported
QVC has received 30 reports of the tree base overheating, melting or smoking. No injuries were reported.
Consumer contact
GKI Bethlehem Lights at (800) 248-1434, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.gkilights.com, clicking on "Resources" and then click on "Recall Notice."
Recall history and context
Bethlehem Lights 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?
Artificially Lit Christmas Trees (About 15,500 units). 5 foot Ready Shape Scottsdale Tree with Never Fail Lights.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Fire Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the Christmas tree and contact QVC to receive a refund. QVC is contacting its customers directly by mail.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on January 13, 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.