RecalledRecall 01-093Published

Dura Kleen nightlights

CPSC, Dura Kleen (USA) Inc. Announce Recall of Nightlights

Units
About 459,000 units
Incidents
Incidents reported
Remedy
See the notice

CPSC recall 01-093, announced February 26, 2001, covers Dura Kleen nightlights (about 459,000 units). The nightlights' electrical connections are loose. Consumers should stop using the nightlights immediately, and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund. Recall contact: call (800) 638-2772.

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What to check on the product label

Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.

The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.

Which products are included?

The nightlights consist of a small light fixture that uses a 5-watt bulb that plugs into a wall electrical outlet. The light bulb white bases are imprinted with "Made in China for Dura Kleen USA Inc." The night lights have different colored shades, including purple, green, yellow and red, with different designs. Other lights have opaque decorative shades molded in the form of religious figures.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

What to look for

When sold
March 1999 through August 2000
Price paid
$1

Why it was recalled

The nightlights' electrical connections are loose. They are made from flammable plastic and the power switch does not work. The nightlights pose shock and fire hazards to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

CPSC and Dura Kleen are not aware of any injuries associated with these nightlights. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using the nightlights immediately, and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund.

What to do now

  1. Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
  2. Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
  3. Contact the firm. Call (800) 638-2772.
  4. Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.

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Product and sales details

Brand
Dura Kleen
Manufacturer
Dura Kleen (USA) Inc., of Brooklyn, N.Y.
Product type
Night lights
Recall number
01-093
Units
About 459,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Discount stores nationwide sold the nightlights, from March 1999 through August 2000, for about $1.

Dura Kleen nightlights

CPSC product type: Lights & Accessories

This recall in context

Compared with the 26 night light recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.

Size
459,000 units: the largest of 23 night light recalls that state a unit count. The median is 123,000 units.
Hazards
Fire: named in 15 of 26 night light recalls, the most common hazard among them. Electric shock: named in 14 of 26 night light recalls.
Time on sale
18 months. Recalled 6 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.

Recall contact information

For more information, call CPSC at (800) 638-2772 anytime.

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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