Forever-Glo® Cylinder Nite Lites recall 11-057

Forever-Glo® Cylinder Nite Lites

AmerTac Recalls Night Lights Due to Fire and Burn Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Forever-Glo® Cylinder Nite Lites from American Tack & Hardware Co. Inc. (AmerTac) on December 2, 2010. CPSC identifies this hazard: An electrical short circuit in the night light can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt which can burn consumers or result in a fire. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the recalled night lights immediately. If the units are plugged into the wall, remove the light from the wall socket. Contact the firm for instructions on receiving a full refund.

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

Only Model Number 71107 with a manufacturer code of SY is included in this recall.

Which products are included?

The recalled Forever-Glo® Cylinder Nite Lite is a cylinder shaped night light with a white base and clear top that plugs into the wall. Only Model Number 71107 with a manufacturer code of SY is included in this recall. The model number and manufacturer code are printed on the back of the night light. The light measures about 4 inches in height by 1- 1/2 inches wide and is about 1 inch deep.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

An electrical short circuit in the night light can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt which can burn consumers or result in a fire.

Incidents and injuries

AmerTac has received nine reports of the recalled night lights smoking, burning, melting and/or charring. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled night lights immediately. If the units are plugged into the wall, remove the light from the wall socket. Contact the firm for instructions on receiving a full refund.

Remedy type: Refund

Product and sales details

Brand: American Tack & Hardware Co. Inc. (AmerTac)
Recall number: 11-057
Units: About 272,000
Manufactured in: China
Sold at / sales period: Hardware stores, lighting showrooms and home centers nationwide from May 2009 through September 2010 for about $5.
Importer: American Tack & Hardware Co. Inc. (AmerTac), of Saddle River, N.J.