AliExpress LED lights recalled due to dangerous coin battery access
A voluntary recall has been issued for certain LED strip lights sold on AliExpress. These lights pose a serious ingestion risk because their coin batteries are easily accessible and may be swallowed. The issue was identified through federal safety regulations set by Reeses Law, which targets products using button cell or coin batteries.
The recalled lights were offered online through AliExpress.com, and the exact number of affected units is not currently available. AliExpress has removed these products from sale, is requesting that buyers stop using them, and is offering refunds in cooperation with relevant regulatory agencies.
What to look for?
Product name and description:
- AliExpress LED strip lights
- Typically sold in reel form with an adhesive backing
- Packaged in plastic and cardboard, often bearing AliExpress branding
Identifiers:
- Coin battery compartment that may be marked with lithium battery warnings
- Lot or batch information may appear on a label affixed to the product reel
- A UPC or barcode may be printed on the box
Affected purchase locations and dates:
- Distributed exclusively through AliExpress.com
- Sold from approximately January 2023 to August 2023
What should buyers do?
Next steps:
- Stop using the product immediately and keep it out of the reach of children
- Cut the strip lights in half to make them unusable
- Dispose of them according to local hazardous waste guidelines
Refunds, replacements, or repairs:
- Buyers can request a refund by emailing a photo of the destroyed lights to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- For further assistance, contact AliExpress customer service at 1-800-123-4567 or by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., MondayFriday, 9 AM5 PM EST
Health and safety advice (if applicable):
- Seek immediate medical care if a battery has been swallowed or placed in the ear or nose
- Potential symptoms include throat pain, coughing, or difficulty swallowing
Sources
- View the official recall notice on the CPSC website
- Visit the CPSC recalls page for more information
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Posted: 2025-04-24 21:44:09
