CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The motor that turns the color disc can overheat, posing the risk of a fire.
Hayneedle Recalls Fiber Optic Lighted Christmas Trees Made by East-West Basics Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
This recall involves 7-foot tall artificial Christmas trees lighted by optical fibers in the branches. The trees have a base that contains a 60-watt light and a motor that rotates a multi-colored disc that makes the optic fibers in the trees change colors. Recalled trees are white with a silver base and green with a black base.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled Christmas trees and contact Hayneedle for a full refund. Hayneedle is contacting consumers directly.
Contact Information
Hayneedle Inc. toll-free at (888) 880-4884 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.hayneedle.com then click on Recall for more information.
Recall Details
Sold At
Hayneedle.com from August 2014 to December 2014 for about $100.
Injuries
Hayneedle has received 20 reports of incidents of smoke and a burning smell coming from the motor. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Manufacturer
East-West Basics, of Hong Kong
Remedy
Refund
Recall Number
15719
Product Information
Product Name
Artificial Christmas trees
Product Type
Artificial Christmas Trees
Number of Units
About 220
Manufacturer Name
East-West Basics, of Hong Kong
Distributed By
Hayneedle Inc., of Omaha, Neb.
Manufactured In
China