Big Lots Recalls Holiday Pathway Lights Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
Source: CPSC Recall #13743
Recall Date
2013-07-24
Manufacturer
Big Lots, of Columbus, Ohio
Units Affected
About 29,500
Products Involved
Holiday Light Bulb Sets
Hazard
The lights use plated steel conductors and have a plastic coating and components that are not flame retardant, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lights and return them to a Big Lots store for a full refund.
Reported Injuries
None reported
Sold At
Big Lots stores nationwide from October 2012 to January 2013 for about $10.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
The recalled 10-piece light sets are used to illuminate pathways during the Christmas holiday season. The sets contain ten 11-inch tall light stakes with a 5-inch colored bulb on each. The stakes are connected by a 15-foot long cord. "Holiday Light Bulbs" and "10-Piece Set" appear on the top and two long sides of the packaging. "J.S.N.Y. # 4482" and the Universal Product Code (UPC) 0-84358-04482-4 appear on the bottom of the packaging. Two labels are attached to the lighting string. The UL symbol, "Decorative Lighting String, T-4, 192 Issue No. T-192," "A411458D1" and "For Indoor and Outdoor Use" appear on one label. "E326856," "Model No.DS-10L/1F(0.08)" and "MADE IN CHINA" are on the other label.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28