CPSC2017-05-23
Sportex Recalls Rock Salt Lamps Due to Shock and Fire Hazards
Sportex US, of New York
Hazard
The dimmer switch and/or outlet plug can overheat and ignite, posing shock and fire hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the lamps and return them to the store where purchased to receive a full refund or a replacement kit.
Sold at
At Home, Christmas tree shops, Michaels and other stores nationwide from July 2016 through December 2016 for between $15 and $30.
Affected count
About 3,900 (80,000 lamps were previously recalled in January 2017)
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
Pakistan
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Lumière Rock Salt lamps
Consumer contact
Sportex at 800-652-3490 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday or online at www.sportexus.com and click on "Salt Rock Lamps" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Sportex-Recalls-Salt-Rock-LampsDon't want to check this manually?
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