CPSC, Chicago Imports Announce Recall of Electric Pictures

Recalled November 18, 2004 · CPSC recall 05051 · Chicago Imports

Hazard

These pictures have inadequate construction, incorrect wiring, and use flammable materials, all of which pose fire and electric shock hazards to consumers.

Remedy

Consumer should unplug the electric pictures immediately and return them to Chicago Imports for a refund.

Units

55,600

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

The recalled electric pictures are framed artwork that utilize electric lights and sound and feature moving background scenes, including waterfalls, snow, beach scenes, city skylines, and religious figures. Some of the pictures contain battery operated clocks. The paintings come with wooden, glass mirror, or plastic frames. The pictures come in four different sizes: 99cm x 48cm; 65cm x 47cm; 35cm x 35cm; and 33cm x 19cm.

What to do

Consumer should unplug the electric pictures immediately and return them to Chicago Imports for a refund.

Contact

For information on returning the picture, consumers should call Chicago Imports at (800) 656-0000 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

Product

Electric Pictures

Imported by

Chicago Imports Inc., of Chicago, Ill.

Retailers

Discount, dollar and general merchandise stores nationwide from October 2001 through April 2004 for between $20 and $150 (depending on the size of the picture).

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →