Fire and Burn Hazards Prompt Nite Lite Recall
Reason for Recall / Hazard
An electrical short circuit in the nite lite can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt, which can burn consumers or result in a fire.
Product Description & Identification
The recalled "Forever-Glo Nite Lites™" look like small picture frames that plug into the wall. Only model numbers 75001 or 75002 with a manufacture date of April 2004 or later are included in this recall. Model 75001 is white or bronze-colored and has molded scroll-work around the front of the nite lite. "Model 75001" is printed on the back of the nite lite. Model 75002 is silver-colored and has a punched tin frame. "Model C8A5" is printed on the back. Both nite lite models measure about 3 inches by 3 inches and are about ¼ inch thick. "AmerTac™" and a circle with the month and year of manufacture are indicated on the back of the nite lites.
Affected Products
Forever-Glo Nite Lites™
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Fire-and-Burn-Hazards-Prompt-Nite-Lite-Recall |
| Title | Fire and Burn Hazards Prompt Nite Lite Recall |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/0f6f2b69d2c64b03bc2d53c46c4dd120.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Model 75001 White Nite Lite |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/0c844489f65a45ba88cea785d6a5ce8e.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Model 75001 Bronze Nite Lite |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/7cdd1dcb032242108923099cd9d78dc3.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Recalled Model 75002 Nite Lite |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/2b522d075eb04396a6faee939aa88c1e.jpg |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Back of Nite Lite with manufacture month/year |
| Hazards › Name | An electrical short circuit in the nite lite can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt, which can burn consumers or result in a fire. |
| Injuries › Name | AmerTac has received nine reports of incidents involving the recalled nite lites smoking, burning, melting and/or charring. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Forever-Glo Nite Lites™ |
| Products › Type | Lights & Accessories |
| Products › Category I D | 2029 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 35.000 |
| Recall I D | 3225 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using the recalled nite lites immediately. If the units are plugged into the wall, turn off the power at the circuit box and remove the light from the wall socket and contact the firm for a full refund or two free replacement nite lites. |
| Retailers › Name | Hardware stores, lighting showrooms and home centers nationwide from May 2004 through December 2005 for about $3. |
| Recall Date | 2006-03-08T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recalled "Forever-Glo Nite Lites™" look like small picture frames that plug into the wall. Only model numbers 75001 or 75002 with a manufacture date of April 2004 or later are included in this recall. Model 75001 is white or bronze-colored and has molded scroll-work around the front of the nite lite. "Model 75001" is printed on the back of the nite lite. Model 75002 is silver-colored and has a punched tin frame. "Model C8A5" is printed on the back. Both nite lite models measure about 3 inches by 3 inches and are about ¼ inch thick. "AmerTac™" and a circle with the month and year of manufacture are indicated on the back of the nite lites. |
| Recall Number | 06109 |
| Manufacturers › Name | American Tack & Hardware Co. Inc. (AmerTac), of Saddle River, N.J. |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact the firm at (800) 777-0802 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday, and 9 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. ET Friday. |
| Last Publish Date | 2024-05-20T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
Overview
- Recalling FirmAmerican Tack & Hardware Co. Inc. (AmerTac), of Saddle River, N.J.