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LED Night Lights Recalled by AmerTac Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Reported: March 1, 2012 Initiated: March 1, 2012 #12124

Product Description

Three AmerTac night lights are being recalled. Each has a model name and two model numbers. The model name and a secondary model number appear only on the packaging. The basic model number appears on the back of the night light. The night lights are rectangular, about 2-3/16 inches high, 3-1/2 inches wide and 1-1/4 inches deep. The front housings for each are either white- or nickel-colored plastic with four horizontal vents and a round light sensor above the top vent. The backs of the night lights are gray plastic with the AmerTac™ logo, the basic model number, "SY" identification code and "ETL" molded into them. Only models bearing "SY" on the back are being recalled. The following night lights are being recalled: Model Name on Packaging Model Number on Packaging Model Number on Night Light Amerelle 71190 71190 or 71190A Amertac 327895 Everyday Basics 076092

Reason for Recall

An electrical short circuit in the night light can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled night lights, remove them from the wall sockets and contact the firm for instructions on receiving a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 227,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/LED-Night-Lights-Recalled-by-AmerTac-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
Three AmerTac night lights are being recalled. Each has a model name and two model numbers. The model name and a secondary model number appear only on the packaging. The basic model number appears on the back of the night light. The night lights are rectangular, about 2-3/16 inches high, 3-1/2 inches wide and 1-1/4 inches deep. The front housings for each are either white- or nickel-colored plastic with four horizontal vents and a round light sensor above the top vent. The backs of the night lights are gray plastic with the AmerTac™ logo, the basic model number, "SY" identification code and "ETL" molded into them. Only models bearing "SY" on the back are being recalled. The following night lights are being recalled: Model Name on Packaging Model Number on Packaging Model Number on Night Light Amerelle 71190 71190 or 71190A Amertac 327895 Everyday Basics 076092. Units affected: About 227,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
An electrical short circuit in the night light can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled night lights, remove them from the wall sockets and contact the firm for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 1, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12124.

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