CPSC, Bits and Pieces Announce Recall of Metallic Motion Lamps
CPSC recall 05538 · announced February 9, 2005 · Superlines International, Taiwan R.o.c · 2,100 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
The lamp may shatter in use, causing a threat of serious injury from glass.
What to do (per CPSC)
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.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): There have been seven reported instances of the lamps shattering in use, including one report of minor cuts.
Sold at: Bits and Pieces catalog or www.bitsandpieces.com from October 2004 through December 2004 for about $20.
Consumer contact: Contact Bits and Pieces toll-free at (800) 884-2637 between 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Central Time Monday through Friday, or by email at customerservice@bitsandpieces.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.