The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·04139·Announced 2004-05-18

CPSC Recalls Kinetic Lighting Pictures Due to Fire and Shock Hazards

Genan Import Inc. is recalling 17,760 Kinetic Lighting Pictures because inadequate construction and incorrect wiring pose fire and electric shock risks.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves fire and electric shock hazards, which are risk-of-harm products. Per the rubric, this is classified as High (3) because no injuries or incidents have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Genan Import Inc. is recalling approximately 17,760 Kinetic Lighting Pictures, also known as Moveable Waterfall Pictures. These framed artworks feature electric lights, sound, and moving background scenes such as waterfalls, snow, and nature settings with churches or barns. The pictures are available in seven different sizes and feature wooden, glass mirror, or plastic frames depicting wolves, elephants, or dolphins.

The recall is being conducted because the pictures have inadequate construction, incorrect wiring, and use flammable materials. These defects pose fire and electric shock hazards to consumers. Genan Import has not received any reports of incidents or injuries; the recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

The recalled pictures were sold at dollar and furniture stores nationwide from June 2002 through February 2003 for between $20 and $150, depending on the size. Consumers should stop using the pictures immediately and return them to Genan Import for a refund. For information on returning the picture, consumers should call Genan Import at (800) 517-5795 between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or log on to the company's website at www.genanimport.com.

The recalled product

Product
Kinetic Lighting Pictures (Moveable Waterfall Pictures)
Manufacturer
Genan Import Inc., of Chicago, Ill.
Category
Consumer Product — Home Decor
Hazard
Affected units
17,760

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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