Energizer Recalls Night Lights Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target
Energizer night light pack
Energizer Rotating Night Lights
Recall Date: August 22nd, 2012 Type: Indoor Lighting Units: About 260,000 Hazards:
The night lights can overheat and smoke, posing a burn hazard to consumers. Remedies:
Refund
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled night lights. Contact Energizer for instructions on returning the night lights for a $7 coupon towards the purchase of an Energizer product.
Description
This recall involves Energizer LED rotating night lights. The night lights are white and have an LED light inside an adjustable dome on top. The night lights measure about 2 inches wide by 2 ½ inches long. Model number “NLPLROT” and date codes between 0110 (for January 2010) through 0111 (for January 2011) are included in this recall. The model number is stamped onto the side of the night light. The date code is stamped in a circle on the back of the night light. The arrow points to the month of production (i.e. 12 = December) and the number positioned on either side of the arrow represents the year (i.e. “10” = 2010).
Images:
Energizer night light pack
Night light
Night light dial
Consumer Contact:
For additional information, contact Energizer at (800) 383-7323 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.energizer.com
Injuries:
Energizer has received nine reports of the night lights overheating, including three reports of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturers:
Ningbo Sun-alps Industry Develop Co. Ltd, of China
Retailers:
Target stores nationwide from February 2010 through July 2012 for about $6.