Energizer Wallplate Nightlights Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
Recall 09272 · Jul 14, 2009 · Sonco Product Co.
3,000
units affected
3,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 09272
- Date
- Jul 14, 2009
- Company
- Sonco Product Co.
- Units affected
- 3,000
- Product
- Energizer Light On Demand Wallplate Nightlights
- Product type
- Lights & Accessories
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recalled wall light is white, plugs into the wall, has a plug-in base into which additional devices can be plugged, and has a removable/rechargeable light/flashlight. Model LODNLWP is stamped on the back of the unit. The wall light measures about 6 inches high, 5 inches wide, and 3 inches deep. No other Light on Demand products are included in this recall.
What can happen
The nightlight can overheat, especially if additional devices are plugged into its outlets, posing a fire hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using this recalled nightlight, unplug it, and contact Energizer for information on returning the light to receive a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- Mass merchandisers, office supply stores, and various other retailers nationwide and on the Web from August 2008 through July 2009 for about $26.
Related pages
Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled energizer light on demand wallplate nightlights?
Consumers should immediately stop using this recalled nightlight, unplug it, and contact Energizer for information on returning the light to receive a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The nightlight can overheat, especially if additional devices are plugged into its outlets, 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.