Blitz Bureau
WASHINGTON: About 44,600 Christmas light controllers sold at retailers like Cracker Barrel, Target and Walmart (and online) between July and November are being recalled over fire hazards, reports Hindustan Times.
According to The Mirror, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and Mr Christmas LLC have warned shoppers against these gadgets. Produced by Mr Christmas LLC of Memphis, Tennesse, the Christmas tree light controllers have wireless receivers that prompt fire risk due to overheating when connected to an outlet. The CDC informed that the product line had been manufactured in China.
At least ten instances of overheating have been reported to the company. One disastrously developed into a fire. Thankfully, no injuries were reported in the aftermath. Mr Christmas is now doing its part, voluntarily recalling the items and urging customers to part ways with the product. Full refunds will be offered to those returning the product (priced between $25 and $40) to the original shopping location.
At Cracker Barrel and Walmart, the recalled controllers have been labelled as ‘Christmas Light Controller’. On the other hand, Target’s Wondershop brand marketed the faulty units as ‘Tree Lighting Switch’.
