Southwire Recalls Globe and Snow Globe Stake Lights Due to Fire Hazard
Fire
The hazard
Light refraction through the stake lights can singe or melt items in contact with or in the immediate proximity, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents reported: Southwire has received nine reports of incidents including heat-related damage to nearby property such as grass, deck posts and house siding. No injuries have been reported.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stake lights and contact Southwire to return the product for a refund.
Contact: Southwire toll-free at 888-847-8709 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, online at www.southwire.com, www.southwire.ca or www.moonrays.com and click on "Product Recall" for more information.
About this recall
This recall involves Moonrays brand large mystic globe and winter-themed snow globe stake lights. The lawn and garden decorations are plastic globes mounted on a metal stake that can be inserted into the ground. Water and antifreeze allow glitter inside the globe to float. The winter-themed light stake is framed by a snowman, Christmas Tree, Santa Claus or reindeer. The solar powered lights also contain LED bulbs that run on AA NI-cd or AA-NI-Mh rechargeable batteries.
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Photos: U.S. CPSC