PetSmart Recalls Strip Lights for Reptile Cages Due to Fire Hazard

Reptile strip light fixtures

Date of Recall

2018-08-30

CPSC Release Number

18-212

Manufactured In

China

Units

About 23,000 (in addition, about 440 were sold in Canada)

Importer

PetSmart, Inc., of Phoenix, Ariz.

Sold By

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

Problem/Hazard

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

Injuries/Incidents

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

Description

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.

Remedy

Refund

Consumer Contact

PetSmart toll-free at 888-839-9638 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or online at www.petsmart.com and click on "Recalls" for more information.

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