Reptile strip light fixtures recalled over fire hazard
- Recall date
- August 30, 2018
- Source
- U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
- Official notice title
- PetSmart Recalls Strip Lights for Reptile Cages Due to Fire Hazard
- Recall number
- 18212
- Brand / firm
- Tianjin McLanzoo Pet Articles, of Tianjin, China
- Sold / distributed
- PetSmart stores nationwide from March 2017 through July 2018 for about $35 (20 inch) and $40 (30 inch).
Why it was recalled
The strip light's fluorescent bulb can overheat causing the hood on the light fixture to ignite, posing a fire hazard.
What was recalled
This recall involves 20 inch and 30 inch All Living Things reptile strip light fixtures. These light fixtures simulate natural daylight and are attached to the top of the reptile's terrarium. The 20 inch fixture has UPC number 73725773305 and the 30 inch fixture has UPC number 73725773306 printed on the packaging.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled light fixtures and return them to any PetSmart store for a full refund.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.
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