Crate and Barrel Recalls Finley Hanging Pendant Lamps Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
CPSC recall 14004 · announced October 24, 2013 · Iberian Lighting · 19,000 units affected
The product
This recall includes Crate and Barrel Finley Collection pendant lamps with a white or wheat (off-white) linen large, small drum or rectangular lamp shades. They have a 9-inch long silver electrical wire with tandem metal support cables and chrome-plated steel ceiling plate. The large lamp with SKU number 684-069 or 684-077 measures 12 inches high and 28 inches in diameter, the small lamp with SKU number 676-384 or 440-755 measures 12 inches high and 20 inches in diameter; and the rectangular lamp with SKU number 322-067 or 322-423 measures 14 inches high, 12.25 inches wide and 30 inches long. The lamps are illuminated by two 60-watt bulbs. The SKU number can be found on a white label inside the ceiling plate.
The hazard
The lamp's wires can be connected incorrectly because the wires' polarity labels can fall off or be mislabeled, posing fire and shock hazards to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamp and contact Crate and Barrel for a replacement lamp of equal value or a full refund, including shipping and $100 reimbursement for charges incurred in removing and replacing recalled lamps by using a licensed electrician. Remedy type: Replace Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Crate and Barrel has received four reports of lamps shorting out, including minor property damage and a minor burn.
Sold at: Crate and Barrel stores nationwide, Crate and Barrel's catalog and Crateandbarrel.com from January 2009 through July 2013 for between $149 and $249.
Consumer contact: Crate and Barrel at (800) 451-8217 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT every day or online at www.crateandbarrel.com and click on Safety Recall at the bottom of the page for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.