Christmas Lights Recalled by Pioneer Paper Co.
Source: CPSC Recall #01060c
Recall Date
2000-12-21
Manufacturer
Pioneer Paper Co., of Brooklyn, N.Y.
Units Affected
About 2,600
Products Involved
Musical and miniature Christmas lights
Hazard
The lights have undersized wires that can easily pull out of the plugs and light sockets, posing electric shock and fire hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Stop using the lights immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Reported Injuries
None reported.
Sold At
The lights were sold at discount stores throughout New York, from September 2000 to December 2000, for about $6.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
The recalled lights are sets of 100 musical lights and sets of 100 miniature lights. Both light sets come in various colors that are steady burning or flashing. The musical lights play eight melodies. The white box reads in part, "VALUE, 100 LIGHTS, MADE IN CHINA." Stars are on the box.
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