CPSC, Intermatic Inc. Announce Recall of Nightlights

Active Recall Announced January 16, 2002 CPSC #02084

Quick answer

CPSC, Intermatic Inc. Announce Recall of Nightlights is CPSC recall #02084, announced on January 16, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled Electroluminescent Night Lights have model numbers GN172 and GN165, which are molded on the back of the lights. The model GN172 lights are gray in color and are about 1-1/2 inches square by 1/4 inch thick with two metal electrical prongs. The model GN165 lights are gray in color and are about 4-3/8 inches in height, 1-5/8 inches wide and 1/4 inch thick with two metal electrical prongs. Also molded on the back of the nightlights are the words, "Intermatic Inc." and "Made in Taiwan." The remedy is consumers should stop using these lights immediately; if the nightlights are plugged in, turn off the power and remove them from the wall socket. consumers should return the nightlights to the store where they were purchased for a full refund or mail the lights to intermatic inc. at 7777 winn road, spring grove, il 60081, attn: larry kubisiak, for a full refund or a replacement nightlight of equal value. intermatic will also send consumers $2 for shipping and handling.. Affected brand: Intermatic Inc..

Hazard

The recalled Electroluminescent Night Lights have model numbers GN172 and GN165, which are molded on the back of the lights. The model GN172 lights are gray in color and are about 1-1/2 inches square by 1/4 inch thick with two metal electrical prongs. The model GN165 lights are gray in color and are about 4-3/8 inches in height, 1-5/8 inches wide and 1/4 inch thick with two metal electrical prongs. Also molded on the back of the nightlights are the words, "Intermatic Inc." and "Made in Taiwan."

Affected products

Intermatic Electroluminescent Night Light

Recalled brands

Intermatic Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these lights immediately; if the nightlights are plugged in, turn off the power and remove them from the wall socket. Consumers should return the nightlights to the store where they were purchased for a full refund or mail the lights to Intermatic Inc. at 7777 Winn Road, Spring Grove, IL 60081, Attn: Larry Kubisiak, for a full refund or a replacement nightlight of equal value. Intermatic will also send consumers $2 for shipping and handling.

Recall date

January 16, 2002

Categories

Lights & Accessories

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #02084?

CPSC recall #02084 covers CPSC, Intermatic Inc. Announce Recall of Nightlights, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on January 16, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled Electroluminescent Night Lights have model numbers GN172 and GN165, which are molded on the back of the lights. The model GN172 lights are gray in color and are about 1-1/2 inches square by 1/4 inch thick with two metal electrical prongs. The model GN165 lights are gray in color and are about 4-3/8 inches in height, 1-5/8 inches wide and 1/4 inch thick with two metal electrical prongs. Also molded on the back of the nightlights are the words, "Intermatic Inc." and "Made in Taiwan."

What is the remedy for recall #02084?

The CPSC remedy for recall #02084 is consumers should stop using these lights immediately; if the nightlights are plugged in, turn off the power and remove them from the wall socket. consumers should return the nightlights to the store where they were purchased for a full refund or mail the lights to intermatic inc. at 7777 winn road, spring grove, il 60081, attn: larry kubisiak, for a full refund or a replacement nightlight of equal value. intermatic will also send consumers $2 for shipping and handling.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, Intermatic Inc. Announce Recall of Nightlights on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Intermatic-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Nightlights. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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