Product Recall Number: 12-086
Why was Five-Light Floor Lamps recalled?
The wiring for the lamp's light sockets can become exposed, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers. In addition, use of the recommended standard 40 watt light bulbs can generate excessive heat, which can melt the double plastic shades over the bulbs.
Product Recall Number: 12-086
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2012-01-11
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Five-Light Floor Lamps
Description: The wiring for the five-light floor lamps's light sockets can become exposed. In addition, use of the recommended standard 40 watt light bulbs can generate excessive heat, which can melt the double plastic shades over the bulbs.
Hazard Description: The wiring for the lamp's light sockets can become exposed, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers. In addition, use of the recommended standard 40 watt light bulbs can generate excessive heat, which can melt the double plastic shades over the bulbs.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Refund
Units: About 43,700
Incidents: The firm has received four reports of melting lamp shades. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the lamps and return them to a Big Lots store for a full refund.
Sold At: Big Lots stores nationwide from April 2010 through November 2011 for between $30 and $50.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed