Bethlehem Lights Recalls Christmas Trees Sold Exclusively by QVC Due to Fire Hazard
Recall 13714 · Dec 26, 2012 · Bethlehem Lights
15,500
units affected
15,500
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 13714
- Date
- Dec 26, 2012
- Company
- Bethlehem Lights
- Units affected
- 15,500
- Product
- Artificially Lit Christmas Trees
- Product type
- Seasonal Decoration
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves the 6.5 foot and 7.5 foot Ready Shape Scottsdale Tree with Never Fail Lights. Model numbers H191953 and H191954 are included in this recall. The model number is on a label on the tree base and on the QVC box. "Bethlehem Lights" is on the box and the instruction sheets.
What can happen
The Christmas tree base can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the Christmas tree and contact QVC to receive a refund. QVC is contacting its customers directly by mail.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- QVC has received 30 reports of the tree base overheating, melting or smoking. No injuries were reported.
- Sold at
- QVC from July 2011 through November 2011 for $320 for the 6.5-foot tree and $398 for the 7.5-foot tree.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled artificially lit christmas trees?
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the Christmas tree and contact QVC to receive a refund. QVC is contacting its customers directly by mail.
What is the hazard?
The Christmas tree base can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.