Roylco is recalling approximately 1,400 Educational Light Cubes because the lithium polymer battery in the base can overheat and catch fire. This recall affects model number R59601, which are white 16-inch cubes sold by educational dealers including Beyond Play, Charles J. Becker, Excelligence, Hatch, and Kaplan between December 2013 and April 2016. There have been three reports of the batteries overheating and catching fire, though no injuries have been reported. Consumers should stop using the light cubes immediately and contact Roylco to receive a free replacement of the light source and battery unit.
The internal lithium polymer battery can overheat during use or charging, which may cause the plastic base to melt and the battery to ignite, posing a serious fire risk to students and teachers. Three incidents of fire have already been reported.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled light cubes and contact Roylco for instructions on returning the light cubes for a free replacement of the light source, which contains the battery.
Roylco Educational Light Cube
Roylco Educational Light Cube
Image of base of Educational Light Cube
Educational Light Cube user guide with the model number
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response