Recall #11-123 · Published February 9, 2011

LED Night Lights

AmerTac Recalls Night Lights Due to Fire and Burn Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for LED Night Lights from American Tack & Hardware Co. Inc. (AmerTac) on February 9, 2011. 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 fire. The official remedy states: Consumers should stop using the recalled night lights immediately and unplug them from the wall. Contact the firm for instructions on receiving a full refund.

Model 71193
Model 71193
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

All three models have KML, ETL, the AmerTac™ logo and the model number molded on the back of the night lights' plastic housing.

Which products are included?

Three night light models are being recalled: model numbers 71193, 71194 and 327879. Only those with KML molded on the back are being recalled. All three models have KML, ETL, the AmerTac™ logo and the model number molded on the back of the night lights' plastic housing. Model number 71193 is a square shaped, white plastic unit with a flat translucent square window on the front and a button for changing the screen color. Model 71194 and 327879 resemble a computer mouse with white plastic housing and inset translucent windows on the front and sides.

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 fire.

Incidents and injuries

AmerTac has received 18 reports of the night lights smoking, burning, melting and/or charring, including three reports of minor property damage and one of a minor burn injury.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled night lights immediately and unplug them from the wall. Contact the firm for instructions on receiving a full refund.

Remedy type: Refund

Product and sales details

Recall number
11-123
Units
About 261,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Hardware stores, lighting showrooms and home centers nationwide from March 2009 through January 2011 for about $7.
Importer
American Tack & Hardware Co. Inc. (AmerTac), of Saddle River, N.J.

LED Night Lights

CPSC product type: Night-Lights

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact AmerTac at (800) 420-7511 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit AmerTac's website at www.amertac.com or www.recallcenter.com

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

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