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Fire / OverheatingAugust 30, 2018CPSC #18212

PetSmart Recalls Strip Lights for Reptile Cages Due to Fire Hazard

Product
Lighting
Units affected
23,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves 20 inch and 30 inch All Living Things reptile strip light fixtures. These light fixtures simulate natural daylight and are attached to the top of the reptile's terrarium. The 20 inch fixture has UPC number 73725773305 and the 30 inch fixture has UPC number 73725773306 printed on the packaging.

Hazard

The strip light's fluorescent bulb can overheat causing the hood on the light fixture to ignite, posing a fire hazard.

Injuries

PetSmart has received six reports of the hood on the recalled light fixtures igniting.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • PetSmart stores nationwide from March 2017 through July 2018 for about $35 (20 inch) and $40 (30 inch).

Photos

20 inch reptile strip light fixtureBottom side of 20 inch reptile strip light fixture30 inch reptile strip light fixtureBottom side of 30 inch reptile strip light fixture
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