Holiday Lights Recalled by Universal Distribution Center Due to Shock and Fire Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5147.
The recalled holiday lights are a string of 50 clear or multicolored bulbs. They were sold in a white and red box with the item number (CH81648 or CH81658) written on the back above the bar code.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5147.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lights and return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Discount And Dollar Stores In New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania And Connecticut From October 2008 Through December 2008 For About $2. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5147.
For additional information, call Universal Distribution Centers toll-free at (866) 343-2343 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or contact the retailer where the lights were purchased.
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Discount And Dollar Stores In New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania And Connecticut From October 2008 Through December 2008 For About $2. Recall FAQ
Discount And Dollar Stores In New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania And Connecticut From October 2008 Through December 2008 For About $2. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Holiday Lights Recalled by Universal Distribution Center Due to Shock and Fire Hazard. The notice was published on March 4, 2009 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 52,000 units are potentially affected.