CPSC, The Brinkmann Corporation Announce Recall of Outdoor Solar Lights
The hazard
The beveled lens on the solar light can act as a magnifying glass. When sunlight passes through the lens, nearby combustible materials, such as mulch or dry grass, can catch on fire.
Incidents reported: CPSC and Brinkmann have received five reports of grass and mulch fires caused by these solar lights. No injuries have been reported.
What to do now
Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.
Contact: The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
About this recall
The recall involves the outdoor Endura "Contempra" solar light with a beveled lens ring around the middle. The light is black and clear with a solar panel on top, and is mounted on a black stake. They were sold in single, two, four and six packs.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC