CPSC and NBG International Announce Recall of Christmas Lights
Home product recall 02-064. Announced by CPSC on Dec 13, 2001.
- CPSC: stop using it
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The short answer
Announced by CPSC on Dec 13, 2001. Copied from CPSC on Oct 19, 2026.
- Stop using it what CPSC tells owners to do now (needs attention)
- About 100,000 units, as CPSC gives them
- Reported injuries, in the notice (needs attention)
Every line below is in CPSC’s own words, with its source beside it.
What’s wrong with it?
The lights have undersize wire and could present electric shock or fire hazards.
CPSC, Recalls API. Checked Oct 19, 2026. Updated daily.
What should you do?
Consumers who have the recalled lights should stop using them immediately and contact the firm for a free replacement set of Christmas lights.
CPSC, Recalls API. Checked Oct 19, 2026. Updated daily.
- How to reach the firm: For more information, contact NBG International at (877) 532-8949 between 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email the firm at nbgjf@worldnet.att.net
Which ones are recalled?
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.
About 100,000 units, as CPSC gives them.
Rice Light decorative Christmas lights.
CPSC, Recalls API. Checked Oct 19, 2026. Updated daily.
CPSC’s photos
CPSC shows 1 photo on its notice. Hearth Record doesn’t copy them; each opens on cpsc.gov.
Who made and sold it?
- Imported by NBG International Inc., Houston, Texas.
- Novelty and holiday stores sold these lights nationwide, from June 1998 through November 2001, for between $7 and $10.
- Made in China, as the notice gives it.
CPSC, Recalls API. Checked Oct 19, 2026. Updated daily.
Was anyone hurt?
CPSC and NBG International have not received any reports of injuries or incidents associated with these Christmas lights. This recall is being conducted to prevent electric shocks and fires.
CPSC, Recalls API. Checked Oct 19, 2026. Updated daily.
What the record doesn’t say
- The notice lists no UPCs, so check the model, the description and the photos.
- The notice lists no model numbers in a field of their own; its description may give them.
- How many have been returned or fixed isn’t in the notice.
Hearth Record wrote these lines.
Sources
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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Recalls API.
Checked Oct 19, 2026. Updated daily. Public domain (U.S. Government work). CPSC asks to be credited, and that no endorsement be implied.
Recalls of kids’ and home products are from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). CPSC does not endorse Hearth Record. Copied on Oct 19, 2026.