Bethlehem Lights 10-inch Illuminated Ribbon Spheres
Recalled by Bethlehem Lights LLC, of Naperville, Illinois
Consumer product recall
A fire or burn hazard means the product can overheat, catch fire, or cause burns during normal use or charging. Recalls like these are issued to prevent property damage and injuries. Consumers are usually advised to stop using the product right away.
Bethlehem Lights LLC, of Naperville, Illinois has recalled Bethlehem Lights 10-inch Illuminated Ribbon Spheres, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall was announced on May 21, 2026. It involves a fire or burn hazard.
Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the CPSC record linked further down this page.
What was recalled?
This recall covers Bethlehem Lights 10-inch Illuminated Ribbon Spheres, with approximately About 2,000 affected. The company behind the recall is Bethlehem Lights LLC, of Naperville, Illinois.
From the official recall notice: “The recalled Bethlehem Lights 10-inch Illuminated Ribbon Sphere is a spherical ornament made of reflective, silver-toned material with a spiral faceted design. The sphere is illuminated from within by numerous small warm-white LED lights. The product has a 10-inch diameter.”
Why was Bethlehem Lights 10-inch Illuminated Ribbon Spheres recalled?
According to the CPSC, the hazard is described as follows: “The LED lights on the recalled illuminated spheres can overheat, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a fire hazard.” In plain terms, this recall relates to a fire or burn hazard.
A fire or burn hazard means the product can overheat, catch fire, or cause burns during normal use or charging. Recalls like these are issued to prevent property damage and injuries. Consumers are usually advised to stop using the product right away.
Reported injuries at the time of the recall notice: The firm has received nine reports of the product sparking or overheating. No injuries have been reported.
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought Bethlehem Lights 10-inch Illuminated Ribbon Spheres, compare it against the product description and identifying codes before using it.
The official recall notice states: “Consumers should stop using the recalled illuminated spheres immediately and contact Bethlehem Lights for a full refund. Consumers should immediately unplug the product from the wall and cut the power cord. To receive a refund, consumers will be asked to email a photo of the product with the cut cord to ribbonsphere@bethlehemlights.com before disposing of it in the garbage.”
About this recall
This recall applies to products sold in the United States. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public CPSC data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the CPSC or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.
Who this recall affects
This recall matters to anyone who bought Bethlehem Lights 10-inch Illuminated Ribbon Spheres. Even if you feel fine, it's worth checking what you have on hand rather than assuming you were missed.
What fire or burn hazard actually means
A fire or burn hazard means the product can overheat, catch fire, or cause burns during normal use or charging. Recalls like these are issued to prevent property damage and injuries. Consumers are usually advised to stop using the product right away.
In this case, the concern applies specifically to Bethlehem Lights 10-inch Illuminated Ribbon Spheres from Bethlehem Lights LLC, of Naperville, Illinois — not to the wider category of products. Similar items from other brands aren't part of this recall.
How to check whether you have it
On most consumer products, the model and serial number appear on a rating label — usually on the underside, the back panel, inside a battery compartment, or on a sewn-in tag for textiles and children's products. Check the original box if you still have it.
Compare what you find against the product details listed above. If the codes don't match, your item isn't part of this recall.
What to do if you already bought it
Stop using the product now and keep it away from children and pets until it's dealt with.
Follow the remedy in the official notice — typically a free repair kit, replacement, or refund from Bethlehem Lights LLC, of Naperville, Illinois. You usually do not need a receipt.
Don't resell or donate a recalled product, and don't assume a second-hand version is safe — recalled items circulate for years on resale sites.
Full recall details
- Date reported
- May 21, 2026
- Recall started
- May 21, 2026
What you can do
Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Quick answers
Why was Bethlehem Lights 10-inch Illuminated Ribbon Spheres recalled?+
According to the CPSC: The LED lights on the recalled illuminated spheres can overheat, posing a risk of serious injury…
How serious is this recall?+
Consumer product recall. A fire or burn hazard means the product can overheat, catch fire, or cause burns during normal use or charging. Recalls like these are issued to prevent property damage and injuries. Consumers are usually advised to stop using the product right away.
What should I do if I have Bethlehem Lights 10-inch Illuminated Ribbon Spheres?+
Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Opens the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) data for this recall.
Recall number: CPSC-10786. Information last synced from the FDA on August 20, 2026.