CPSC2010-11-12
Pottery Barn Recalls Lamps Due to Shock Hazard
Pottery Barn, of San Francisco, Calif.
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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