| Product name |
LED Night Light |
| 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(TM) 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 number 71190 or 71190A is on the night light; however, the model number on the packaging for the following model names is as follows Amerelle - #71190; Amertac - #327895 and Everyday Basics - #076092. |
| Problem |
An electrical short circuit in the night light can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. |
| Distribution |
Hardware stores, home centers and lighting showrooms for about $6. |
| Company |
AmerTac 800-420-7511; website www.recall-center.com or www.amertac.com |
| Dates sold |
From March 2009 through October 2010 |
| Date posted |
03/02/2012 |
| Additional information |
For additional information, visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission news release at www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12124.html |
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