The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·06171·Announced 2006-05-25

Wal-Mart Recalls Simply Basic Lighted Mirror for Electrical Shock Hazard

Wal-Mart is recalling about 110,000 Simply Basic Lighted Mirrors sold nationwide from August 2005 to April 2006 because exposed wires pose an electrical shock hazard.

What this means for you

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 a risk-of-harm product (electrical shock) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is recalling about 110,000 Simply Basic Lighted Mirrors sold at Wal-Mart stores nationwide from August 2005 through April 2006 for about $15. The recalled mirror is double-sided, lighted, and has three touch control settings. It features a metal stand with a brushed silver-colored finish, is 6.5 inches in diameter, and has a regular side and a magnified side. The model number DK-00118/H-1698-0 is located on the bottom of the mirror's base, and the phrase "Touch lighting with 3 settings" is printed on a white sticker on the top of the base.

The recall was issued because exposed wires inside the mirror could pose an electrical shock hazard to the user when they touch the mirror. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Wal-Mart have not reported any injuries associated with this product.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mirror and return it to Wal-Mart for a full refund. For more information, consumers can contact Wal-Mart at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.walmartstores.com.

The recalled product

Product
Simply Basic Lighted Mirror
Manufacturer
Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
Category
Consumer Product — Home Decor
Hazard
Affected units
110,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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