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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 00141

Sesame Street "Elmo Nightlights"

Published July 6, 2000

Summary

CPSC records recall 00141, published July 6, 2000. Recalling firm: The First Years Inc., of Avon, Mass.; Reported units: About 123,000.

What's the hazard

The faceplate on these nightlights can be broken off, exposing wiring and posing shock and electrocution hazards.

What to do

Consumers should immediately remove the "Elmo Nitelights" from their sockets and throw them away. If wires are exposed, turn off the power before removing. Consumers should contact The First Years to receive a free replacement nightlight.

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Recall details

Brand
The First Years Inc., of Avon, Mass.
Manufacturer
The First Years Inc., of Avon, Mass.
Distributor
Discount, drug, grocery and toy stores sold these nightlights, from July 1997 through March 2000, for between $5 and $6.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Sesame Street "Elmo Nightlights" recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 00141 on July 6, 2000. Reported hazard: The faceplate on these nightlights can be broken off, exposing wiring and posing shock and electrocution hazards.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately remove the "Elmo Nitelights" from their sockets and throw them away. If wires are exposed, turn off the power before removing. Consumers should contact The First Years to receive a free replacement nightlight.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: The First Years Inc., of Avon, Mass..

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)