Holiday Lights Recalled by Four Star Group USA Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Safeway Stores
Fresh Décor 10 Count LED Star String Lights
Date of Recall
2009-03-25CPSC Release Number
09-165Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(877) 723-3929Units
About 13,000Distributor
Four Star Group USA Inc., of Hopkinton, Mass.Sold By
Safeway stores nationwide, including Carrs, Dominick’s, Genuardi’s, Pak’n Save, Pavilions, Randalls, Tom Thumb and Vons, from October 2008 through December 2008 for about $7.Problem/Hazard
Electrical wiring in the lights can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.Injuries/Incidents
The firm has received two reports of the recalled lights smoking and/or melting. No injuries have been reported.Description
The recalled holiday lights are a string of 10 LED bulbs, each covered with a clear, star shape. “Fresh Décor” is printed on the front of the product’s packaging; the UPC (#7989390761) is printed on the back, below the bar code.Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lights and return the product to any Safeway store for a full refund.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Safeway toll-free at (877) 723-3929 (877-SAFEWAY) between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, or contact the retailer where the lights were purchased.Recall Comments
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