Stop using nowConsumer product recall · CPSC · Published August 5, 2020
Hercules Moravian Star Lights Recall: Fire and Electrical Shock Risk
Herc: Moravian Star lights with inadequate wiring and overcurrent protection risk fire and electrical shock. Consumers must stop using and get free repair kit.
“Hercules Moravian Star Lights Recall: Fire and Electrical Shock Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated August 3, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/3036-hercules-moravian-star-lights-recall-fire-and-electrical-shock-risk. Based on CPSC recall #8871 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2020/Hercules-Recalls-Moravian-Star-Lights-Due-to-Fire-and-Electrical-Shock-Hazards).
The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on August 5, 2020, that Hercules is recalling Moravian Star lights due to fire and electrical shock hazards. Consumers should immediately stop using the lights and contact Hercules for a free repair kit.
How to tell if you have it
Brand: Hercules
Product: Moravian Star lights (white multipointed star)
Bulbs: Incandescent or LED
Sizes: 12 inches, 21 inches
Box colors: Red, green, or blue
Sold at: MoravianStarCompany.com and Amazon.com
Sale period: November 2016 through December 2019
Price: About $20
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the light and contact Hercules for a free repair kit. Contact Hercules at 800-626-8807, ext. 4340, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday to Friday, email at recall@herculesoem.com, or online at www.herculesoem.com and click on Product Recall for more information.
The hazard
The lights lack adequate minimum wire size and overcurrent protection, posing fire and electrical shock hazards to consumers. The agency reported no incidents or injuries associated with this recall.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show other recent recalls of similar products include Excel Industries LED Light Kits Recall (2026-08-27), Bethlehem Lights Sphere Recall (2026-05-21), and Cooper Lighting Metalux OHB LED Fixtures Fire Hazard Recall (2026-07-02).
How to tell if you have this one
Check for Moravian Star lights with incandescent or LED bulbs. Look for the 12" or 21" size and red, green, or blue exterior boxes.
Brand
Hercules
Product
Moravian Star lights
Category
Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy
What to do — step by step
Stop Using It Now
Immediately stop using the light to prevent fire or electrical shock risks.
Contact Hercules
Reach out to Hercules for a free repair kit to fix the wiring and add overcurrent protection.
Official remedy
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the light and contact Hercules for a free repair kit.
Take action
Contact Hercules
We’ve drafted a message you can send Hercules to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 8871 — Hercules Moravian Star Lights Recall: Fire and Electrical Shock Risk
Hello,
I own a Hercules Moravian Star Lights Recall: Fire and Electrical Shock Risk that is covered by recall 8871 from Hercules.
The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the light and contact Hercules for a free repair kit.
I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?
Thank you.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
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