Atico International USA Recalls Halloween Mini Projection Lights Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Five Below
Recalled November 1, 2012 · CPSC recall 13025 · Atico
Hazard
The mini projection lights can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Refund
Units
About 3,000
Incidents / injuries
Atico International USA has received two reports of incidents, including one minor burn injury.
Description
This recall involves plastic Halloween mini projection lights. They are about 6 inches long and have Halloween-themed black designs on them. They were sold in orange, green and purple. The projection lights came in a cardboard blister pack with a purple background. The phrase "Ghouloween" is printed on the upper left-hand corner.
What to do
The firm is out of business, the remedy is no longer available, and the product should be discarded or destroyed.
Product
Halloween Mini Projection Lights
Distributed by
Atico International USA Inc., of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Retailers
Five Below stores nationwide during September 2012 for $1.25.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →