LED Lamps Recalled by Eco-Story Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 11716 · announced January 19, 2011 · Eco-story · 42,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves the LED 12-volt lamps with UL number E316865. The UL number is found on a label located at the base of each lamp.
The hazard
When used without a Class II transformer, the lamp can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Commercial locations should stop using this lamp immediately and contact Eco-Story for a free replacement lamp which does not require a Class II transformer. The company has contacted all known commercial locations that purchased this lamp. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The company has received two reports of overheated lamps. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Commercial locations, primarily restaurants, from December 2007 through August, 2010 for about between $19 and $45. The lamps were not sold directly to consumers.
Consumer contact: For more information, contact Eco-Story at (207) 699-5727 collect or visit the company website at www.eco-story.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.