CPSC Recall in 2018: PetSmart Recalls Strip Lights for Reptile Cages Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2018.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 18-212

Date: August 30, 2018

Product Name: Reptile strip light fixtures

Recall Description:

This recall involves 20 inch and 30 inch All Living Things reptile strip light fixtures. These light fixtures simulate natural daylight and are attached to the top of the reptile’s terrarium.  The 20 inch fixture has UPC number 73725773305 and the 30 inch fixture has UPC number 73725773306 printed on the packaging. 

Hazard Description:

The strip light’s fluorescent bulb can overheat causing the hood on the light fixture to ignite, posing a fire hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 23,000 (in addition, about 440 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

PetSmart has received six reports of the hood on the recalled light fixtures igniting.

Sold At:

PetSmart stores nationwide from March 2017 through July 2018 for about $35 (20 inch) and $40 (30 inch). 

Manufactured In:

China