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Fire / OverheatingJuly 12, 2012CPSC #12222

Family Dollar Stores Recalls Decorative Light Sets Due To Fire and Electrical Shock Hazard

Product
Lighting
Units affected
280,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

The recalled decorative light sets have "200 Mini Lights" and "Multi Lights, Green Wire" printed on the red box. The product is identified by SKU # 2211428 and UPC # 049696720465 found on the back of the package. The product contains labels attached to a tag on the power cord with UL Listing # E346525 and Model # F0L200A4S.

Hazard

The light sets do not meet the UL standard for this product and pose a fire and shock risk.

Injuries

There were three reports of overheating. No injuries or property damage were reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Family Dollar stores from September 2011 through December 2011 for $8.

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