CPSC recall 02064
Rice Light decorative Christmas lights
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2025-08-08
On 2025-08-08 the CPSC announced a recall of Rice Light decorative Christmas lights by Nbg International, citing the lights have undersize wire and could present electric shock or fire hazards.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02064 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2001-12-13 |
| Published | 2025-08-08 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Nbg International |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Rice Light decorative Christmas lights | 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.
Reason
The lights have undersize wire and could present electric shock or fire hazards.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-and-NBG-International-Announce-Recall-of-Christmas-Lights
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