CPSC recall 10-353, announced September 23, 2010, covers Molenaar Electroluminescent night lights (about 315,000 units). The night lights can become hot to the touch and melt, resulting in risk of possible shock or fire. The notice cites 4 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled night lights and throw them away. Recall contact: call (877) 719-4442, or go to www.miline.com.
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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?
Two models of the night lights are being recalled. One model, Model No. 2019, is shaped like a house. The other, Model No. 2017, is square-shaped with a rounded top. The night lights glow green when plugged into an electrical outlet. "71980 U.S.A." is molded into the night light's back panel, just above the brass outlet prongs. The night lights may have the brand names or logos of various companies printed on the front.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The night lights can become hot to the touch and melt, resulting in risk of possible shock or fire.
Incidents and injuries
The firm is aware of 4 incidents of the night lights melting, resulting in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled night lights and throw them away.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call (877) 719-4442, or go to www.miline.com.
- 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
- Molenaar
- Manufacturer
- Molenaar LLC of Willmar, Minn.
- Product type
- Night lights
- Recall number
- 10-353
- Units
- About 315,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- The recalled night lights were distributed free as promotional products by various companies imprinted with various company names between October 2001 and November 2009
Electroluminescent night lights
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
- 315,000 units: the 4th-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
- About 8 years. Recalled 10 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Molenaar at (877) 719-4442 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.miline.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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