CPSC, Technical Consumer Products Inc. Announce Recall of Fluorescent Light Bulbs
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-12-08). Hazards: burn. About 158,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05064 |
| Published | 2004-12-08 |
| Last updated | 2024-08-29 |
| Product category | Lights & Accessories |
| Products | 3-way compact fluorescent light bulbs |
| Firm named in the title | Technical Consumer Products Inc. |
| Firms | Technical Consumer Products Inc., of Aurora, Ohio (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 158,000 |
| Hazard classes | burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Home Depot and Orchard Supply Hardware nationwide from April 2004 through November 2004 for about $10 (single pack) or $19 (double pack). |
Description
The recalled 32-watt, 3-way (40-75-150 watt output) compact fluorescent bulbs were sold under the brand names Commercial Electric (Home Depot) and DuraBright (Orchard Supply Hardware). The bulbs are about seven inches high and have a white, spiral fluorescent tube attached to a white plastic base. The following item numbers, which can be found on the back of the packaging and the base of the bulb, are included in the recall: 283-924, 575-717, and 69032.
Hazard
The bulbs can overheat and spark, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the bulbs immediately and contact Technical Consumer Products for a free replacement or gift card.
Incidents and injuries
Technical Consumer Products has received 16 reports of overheating bulbs. No injuries have been reported.
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