Torchiere Lamps Recalled By L G Sourcing Due to Fire Hazard; Lamps Sold Exclusively At Lowe's Stores
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-01-10). Hazards: fire. About 90,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08159 |
| Published | 2008-01-10 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Lamps |
| Products | Portfolio Incandescent Torchiere Lamps |
| Firms | Field Smart Lighting Co. Ltd., of China (manufacturer); L G Sourcing Inc., of North Wilkesboro, N.C. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 90,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Lowe's retail stores nationwide from March 2005 through October 2007 for about $17. |
Description
The recalled lamp has a black steel frame and a bowl-shaped light fixture. The item number 179878 is printed on the packaging and the bottom of the base of the lamp. Only lamps sold between March 2005 and October 2007 with UL listing number E246506 are included in the recall. Lamps marked "ETL listed" are not included in the recall.
Hazard
A short circuit in the lamps' wiring can pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamps and return them to any Lowe's retail outlet to receive a refund.
Incidents and injuries
L G Sourcing has received two reports of lamp fires. No injuries have been reported.
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