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J.C. Penney Recalls Lamps For Fire HazardDate: 8/11/2006
Reason: The lamp’s electrical circuit board can spark and overheat due to an electrical problem, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Distribution: Nationwide.
WASHINGTON , D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Units: About 3,000 Importer: J.C. Penney Corporation Inc., of Plano, Texas Hazard: The lamp's electrical circuit board can spark and overheat due to an electrical problem, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: J.C. Penney has received one report of the electric circuit board overheating and melting the wires in a lamp. No injuries have been reported. Description and Models: The recalled lamps have a four-way switch that allows the lamp to function as a moving light so that patterns revolve around the shade. The lamps can be used as a basic lamp or as a night light with glowing stripe or floral patterns. The lamp shade is plastic and the finish on the base of the lamp is brushed steel. Sold at: Exclusively at J.C. Penney's stores nationwide, its catalog and its Web site from June 2005 through March 2006 for about $30. Manufactured In: China Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamps and return them to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund. Lamps purchased through a catalog or through the Web site may be returned to the nearest J.C. Penney store with a catalog desk. Consumer Contact: For more information, contact J.C. Penney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime or visit its Web site at www.jcpenney.com Other Home / Electronic Recalls and Alerts of InterestDate: 6/12/2008 Reason: The large rugs fail to meet federal standards for flammability and could ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 6/12/2008 Reason: The battery packs can overheat, posing a fire or burn hazard. Distribution: Nationwide. Date: 7/10/2008 Reason: The lobster claw clasp on the bracelet contains high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects. Distribution: Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark. Date: 7/18/2008 Reason: The stability of the stand does not meet industry standards to prevent TV tip-over, posing a risk of injury or death to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 8/7/2008 Reason: The halogen work lights can overheat and melt, and pose a risk of fire and electrical shock to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 6/16/2008 Reason: The drill can continue to operate after the trigger has been released, posing a risk of injury to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide |
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