Melville Direct Recalls Aquarium Motion Lamps Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively by Bits & Pieces (Recall Alert)
What was recalled
The Aquarium Lamp simulates a tropical coral reef. The plug-in lamp contains no water. Lights illuminate colorful fish and dolphins that swim back and forth with a 3D effect. The scene is framed by a beveled glass mirror frame. The lamp case and stand are made of plastic. The lamp measures 7 ½ inches tall x 12 ¼ inches wide x 3 inches deep. Style 45458 is printed on the original box.
Hazard
The lamp can overheat and spark when plugged in, posing a fire hazard.
Injuries
Eleven incidents have been reported of the item overheating or sparking when plugged in. No injuries have been reported.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- the Bits and Pieces catalogue and online at www.bitsandpieces.com from September 1, 2014 through January 9, 2015 for about $30.
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