Recall #10-060 · Published December 10, 2009

OSRAM SYLVANIA Products LED Rocketship PalPODzzz™ Portable Nightlights

OSRAM SYLVANIA Recalls Portable Nightlights Due to Electric Shock Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for LED Rocketship PalPODzzz™ Portable Nightlights from OSRAM SYLVANIA Products on December 10, 2009. CPSC identifies this hazard: The bottom plastic cover on the recharging base of the portable nightlight can break, exposing internal electrical components. This poses an electric shock hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled portable nightlights and contact OSRAM SYLVANIA for a free replacement portable nightlight and a $5 coupon credit for OSRAM SYLVANIA products

Picture of Recalled Light
Picture of Recalled Light
Image: CPSC recall notice

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.

Additional identifying details

This recall involves LED Rocketship PalPODzzz™ portable nightlights with model number 72174.

Which products are included?

This recall involves LED Rocketship PalPODzzz™ portable nightlights with model number 72174. The product can also be used as an emergency light or a flashlight. The nightlight is shaped as a rocket ship and sits in a plastic recharging base that plugs into the wall. The model number and date codes "0808" or "0908" are printed on the label attached to the bottom cover of the recharging base.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The bottom plastic cover on the recharging base of the portable nightlight can break, exposing internal electrical components. This poses an electric shock hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received three reports of the bottom of the recharging base breaking and consumers touching internal electrical components that resulted in minor electric shocks.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled portable nightlights and contact OSRAM SYLVANIA for a free replacement portable nightlight and a $5 coupon credit for OSRAM SYLVANIA products

Product and sales details

Recall number
10-060
Units
About 26,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
The Home Depot, Stop & Shop, and other retailers nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Smarthome.com, and Sylvaniaonlinestore.com from October 2008 through November 2009 for between $15 and $20.
Importer
OSRAM SYLVANIA Products Inc., of Danvers, Mass.

LED Rocketship PalPODzzz™ Portable Nightlights

CPSC product type: Lights & Accessories

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact OSRAM SYLVANIA at (877)-423-3772 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET or visit the firm's Web site at www.sylvania.com

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

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