Artificial Christmas trees recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

February 18, 2015

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Hayneedle Recalls Fiber Optic Lighted Christmas Trees Made by East-West Basics Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall number

15719

Brand / firm

East-West Basics, of Hong Kong

Sold / distributed

Hayneedle.com from August 2014 to December 2014 for about $100.

Why it was recalled

The motor that turns the color disc can overheat, posing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled Christmas trees and contact Hayneedle for a full refund. Hayneedle is contacting consumers directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.