CPSC recall 04-550, announced May 19, 2004, covers Cosmos Gifts Snowman Nightlight Diffuser (333,000 units). The scented oil can drip, causing the nightlight base to crack or break, exposing electrical wire or metal parts inside the nightlight, thus causing a potential shock hazard. The notice cites 33 incident reports. Consumers can get a free replacement nightlight base that will not crack or break from the oil. Recall contact: call (866) 348-9749.
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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 diffuser nightlight has a white plastic base. A porcelain snowman attaches to the plastic nightlight to cover the nightlight bulb. The nightlight comes with winter holly scented oil that is placed in the snowman's top hat.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- When sold
- August 2003 through December 2003
- Price paid
- $10 to $15
Why it was recalled
The scented oil can drip, causing the nightlight base to crack or break, exposing electrical wire or metal parts inside the nightlight, thus causing a potential shock hazard. There is also a risk of cuts, if the nightlight breaks.
Incidents and injuries
Avon has received 33 reports of the nightlight base breaking, including reports of electrical shorts. One complaint involved a consumer who was scratched when the nightlight broke.
Official remedy
Consumers can get a free replacement nightlight base that will not crack or break from the oil. Known purchasers are being sent direct mail notification of this recall.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Contact the firm. Call (866) 348-9749.
- 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
- Cosmos Gifts
- Manufacturer
- Cosmos Gifts Corporation, of Dallas, Texas
- Product type
- Night lights
- Recall number
- 04-550
- Units
- 333,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent Avon sales representatives and the Avon Web site, from August 2003 through December 2003, for $10 to $15.
- Importer
- Cosmos Gifts Corporation, of Dallas, Texas
Snowman Nightlight Diffuser
CPSC product type: Lights (Seasonal)
This recall in context
Compared with the 26 night light recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 333,000 units: the 3rd-largest of 23 night light recalls that state a unit count. The median is 123,000 units.
- Hazards
- Electric shock: named in 14 of 26 night light recalls. Laceration: named in 1 of 26 night light recalls.
- Time on sale
- 5 months. Recalled 5 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
Call Cosmos Gift Corporation toll-free at (866) 348-9749 anytime to order a replacement nightlight base.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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