Recall: Hayneedle Recalls Fiber Optic Lighted Christmas Trees Made by East-West Basics Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

Description: This recall involves 7-foot tall artificial Christmas trees lighted by optical fibers in the branches. The trees have a base that contains a 60-watt light and a motor that rotates a multi-colored disc that makes the optic fibers in the trees change colors. Recalled trees are white with a silver base and green with a black base.

Name of product: Artificial Christmas trees

Units: About 220

Manufacturer: East-West Basics, of Hong Kong

Hazard: The motor that turns the color disc can overheat, posing the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled Christmas trees and contact Hayneedle for a full refund. Hayneedle is contacting consumers directly.

Recall date: February 18, 2015

Incidents/Injuries: Hayneedle has received 20 reports of incidents of smoke and a burning smell coming from the motor. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Sold At: Hayneedle.com from August 2014 to December 2014 for about $100.

Manufactured in: China

Consumer contact: Hayneedle Inc. toll-free at (888) 880-4884 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.hayneedle.com, then click on Recall for more information.

Recall number: 15-719