CPSC2010-11-12
Pottery Barn Recalls Lamps Due to Shock Hazard
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Hazard
The electrical wire that runs through the lamps can be pinched or severed at the lamp's adjustable joint, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamps, unplug them and contact Pottery Barn for instructions on how to return the lamp for a full refund.
Sold at
Pottery Barn stores nationwide, in Pottery Barn's catalog and on the firm's website www.potterybarn.com from July 2009 through August 2010 for between $60 and $300.
Affected count
About 7,300
Injuries reported
Pottery Barn has received one report of a consumer who received an electrical shock when she touched the lamp.
Manufactured in
India
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Pottery Barn Lamps
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Pottery Barn toll-free at (877) 851-7890 between 4 a.m. and 9 p.m. PT seven days a week, or visit the firm's website at www.potterybarn.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Pottery-Barn-Recalls-Lamps-Due-to-Shock-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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