Roylco Recalls Educational Light Cubes Due to Fire Hazard
USRoylco Recalls Educational Light Cubes Due to Fire Hazard
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedThe light cube's lithium polymer battery can overheat and catch fire, posing a fire hazard.
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedThis recall involves the Roylco Educational Light Cubes with model number R59601. The model number is located on the user guide included with the light cube. The educational light cube is a white cube measuring 16 inches high by 16 inches wide by 16 inches deep. The cubes have a light source and a battery located in the base. The cube is primarily used for creative learning involving light in the early childhood classroom.
Productos Afectados
TranslatedEducational light cubes
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Roylco-Recalls-Educational-Light-Cubes |
| Title | Roylco Recalls Educational Light Cubes Due to Fire Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/light1.png |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Roylco Educational Light Cube |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/light2.png |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Roylco Educational Light Cube |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/light3.png |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Image of base of Educational Light Cube |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/light4.png |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Educational Light Cube user guide with the model number |
| Hazards › Name | The light cube's lithium polymer battery can overheat and catch fire, posing a fire hazard. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received three reports of the light cube battery overheating and catching fire. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Educational light cubes |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 1,400 |
| Recall I D | 7877 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled light cubes and contact Roylco for instructions on returning the light cubes for a free replacement of the light source, which contains the battery. |
| Importers › Name | Roylco, Inc., of Anderson, S.C. |
| Retailers › Name | Educational dealers and distributors nationwide, including Beyond Play, Charles J. Becker, Excelligence, Hatch and Kaplan from December 2013 through April 2016 for about $250. |
| Recall Date | 2016-10-13T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves the Roylco Educational Light Cubes with model number R59601. The model number is located on the user guide included with the light cube. The educational light cube is a white cube measuring 16 inches high by 16 inches wide by 16 inches deep. The cubes have a light source and a battery located in the base. The cube is primarily used for creative learning involving light in the early childhood classroom. |
| Recall Number | 17012 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Replace |
| Consumer Contact | Roylco at 800-362-8656 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.roylcostore.com and click on "Product Recall" for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2016-10-27T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Roylco Recalls Educational Light Cubes Due to Fire Hazard?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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