CPSC2008-08-05
Halogen Work Lights Recalled by Harbor Freight Tools Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
Harbor Freight Tools, of Camarillo, Calif.
Hazard
The halogen work lights can overheat and melt, posing a risk of fire and electrical shock to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the halogen work lights and contact Harbor Freight Tools for a full refund.
Sold at
Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide, Harbor Freight Tools' catalogs, and at www.harborfreight.com from February 2006 through March 2008 for about $10.
Affected count
About 58,000
Injuries reported
There have been three reports of incidents in which the recalled halogen work lights overheated and melted. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Chicago Electric Halogen Work Lights
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Harbor Freight Tools at (800) 444-3353 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.harborfreight.com, or email the firm at recall@harborfreight.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Halogen-Work-Lights-Recalled-by-Harbor-Freight-Tools-Due-to-Fire-and-Shock-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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