CPSC, Cordelia Lighting Announce Recall of Hampton Bay® Light Fixtures Sold at Expo Design Centers
CPSC recall 05038 · announced November 4, 2004 · Cordelia Lighting · 1,400 units affected
The product
The recall involves the Hampton Bay® three-head, flush-mount, halogen light fixture with silver metal rings on the lamp fixtures. It is 15.75 inches wide by 6 inches high. The lights have frosted glass shades. The position of the three lamps on the fixture can be adjusted by turning and bending the lamp heads. A clear label on the fixture reads "MADE IN CHINA," and "E91785."
The hazard
The decorative metal rings on the ends of the lamp fixtures can detach. Consumers could suffer minor burns if they touch the hot rings.
What to do (per CPSC)
Customers should stop using the light fixtures and return them to the nearest Expo Design Center store for a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Five reports of incidents involving in-store displays have been reported by store associates. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Expo Design Center stores from February 2004 to August 2004 for about $40.
Consumer contact: Call Home Depot toll-free at (800) 553-3199 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.