Chicago Wholesale & Imports Inc. · Recalled
CPSC, Chicago Wholesale & Imports Inc. Announce Recall of Electric Pictures
These pictures have inadequate construction, incorrect wiring, and use flammable materials, all of which pose fire and electric shock hazards to consumers.
- Units
- 3,500
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $20–$150
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recalled electric pictures are framed artwork that utilizes electric lights and sound and feature moving background scenes, including waterfalls and beach scenes. The paintings come with wooden, glass mirror, or plastic frames. The pictures come in seven different sizes: 180cm x 112cm, 148cm x 98cm, 118cm x 74cm, 98cm x 48cm, 65cm x 45cm, 26cm x 20cm, and 25cm x 25cm.
The file
- Sold at
- Flea markets and dollar stores in the Midwest, primarily in the Chicago area, sold the pictures from April 2003 through April 2004 for between $20 and $150 (depending on the size).
- Product type
- Artwork
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Chicago Wholesale and Imports, of Bridgeview, Ill.
Incident log
Chicago Wholesale and Imports has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
What the notice says to do
Consumer should stop using the electrical components to the pictures immediately and return them to Chicago Wholesale & Imports for a refund.
For information on returning the picture, consumers should call Chicago Wholesale & Imports toll-free at (866) 885-1986 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or log on to the company's website at www.getyourscooter.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated OCT 12 2004; last revised AUG 19 2024.