The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·94025·Announced 1993-12-14

Target Recalls Lighted Artificial Pine Christmas Trees Due to Fire Risk

Target is recalling approximately 1,500 Greatland 7' Lighted Aleutian Pine Christmas trees and extension cords because the cords may overheat or melt, posing a fire 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 (fire hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Target Stores is voluntarily recalling approximately 1,500 "Greatland 7' Lighted Aleutian Pine Christmas Trees" and the accompanying extension cords. These products were sold nationwide in Target stores from September 1993 through December 2, 1993. The trees feature pre-attached miniature lights and were sold for either $149.99 or $199.99.

The recall is due to a potential fire hazard. The extension cords supplied with the lighted trees may overheat or melt. Four Target stores reported overheated or melted extension cords in store displays, and two consumers reported similar electrical problems with their trees. No fires or injuries have been reported to date.

Consumers should immediately stop using the extension cord and return the cord and tree to their nearest Target store for a full refund of the purchase price.

The recalled product

Product
Target Stores Recalls Artificial Pine Christmas Trees And Accompanying Extension Cords: Fire Risk Cited
Manufacturer
Target
Category
Consumer Product — Holiday Decorations
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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