CPSC, Bits and Pieces Announce Recall of Metallic Motion Lamps
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-02-09). About 2,100 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05538 |
| Published | 2005-02-09 |
| Last updated | 2024-11-25 |
| Product category | Lights & Accessories |
| Products | Metallic Motion Lamp |
| Firm named in the title | Bits and Pieces |
| Firms | Superlines International, Taiwan R.O.C. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 2,100 |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Bits and Pieces catalog or www.bitsandpieces.com from October 2004 through December 2004 for about $20. |
Description
The lamps are rocket-shaped with metallic wax, which becomes molten when it heats up while the lamp is in use. The wax and the matching trim on the lamp may be red, silver or blue. The colored trim is on both the base and top of the lamp.
Hazard
The lamp may shatter in use, causing a threat of serious injury from glass.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately discontinue use of this product, and contact Bits and Pieces to arrange for its return and for a full refund. Product purchasers are being notified directly by Bits and Pieces.
Incidents and injuries
There have been seven reported instances of the lamps shattering in use, including one report of minor cuts.
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