CPSC and NBG International Announce Recall of Christmas Lights
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2063.
The Rice Christmas lights are 21 feet long with 140 non-replaceable mini-bulbs. The lights have a control box that allows for an eight-function, four-way flashing light show. The attached 3-inch control box has a round dial on top numbered "1" through "8." The wires are available in three colors: black, white or green. The lights have a fused plug, and are sold in a green box that includes the writings "Rice Light," "140 Mini Bulb String" and "MADE IN CHINA." There is no mark of an independent testing laboratory. When purchasing or using decorative holiday lights, CPSC recommends the following safety tips: - Make sure the lights contain a mark of a recognized testing lab such as UL, ETL, etc. - Use only lights that have fused plugs - If used outdoors, be certain the lights are rated for outdoor use. - To prevent overheating, replace burned-out bulbs promptly with the same wattage bulbs. - Discard any lights with frayed or damaged wires. - When using an extension cord, make sure that it is rated for the intended use.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2063.
Consumers who have the recalled lights should stop using them immediately and contact the firm for a free replacement set of Christmas lights.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Novelty And Holiday Stores Sold These Lights Nationwide, From June 1998 Through November 2001, For Between $7 And $10. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2063.
For more information, contact NBG International at (877) 532-8949 between 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email the firm at nbgjf@worldnet.att.net
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Novelty And Holiday Stores Sold These Lights Nationwide, From June 1998 Through November 2001, For Between $7 And $10. Recall FAQ
Novelty And Holiday Stores Sold These Lights Nationwide, From June 1998 Through November 2001, For Between $7 And $10. is the subject of a consumer products recall: CPSC and NBG International Announce Recall of Christmas Lights. The notice was published on December 13, 2001 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 100,000 units are potentially affected.