CPSC2018-03-29
H-E-B Recalls Halogen Lightbulbs Due to Laceration and Fire Hazards
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Hazard
The halogen light bulbs can shatter while in use in a lamp or light fixture, posing laceration and fire hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled halogen light bulbs and return them to H-E-B for a full refund.
Sold at
H-E-B stores in Texas or online at www.heb.com from August 2015 to December 2017 for about $2.20 (for 2 pack) and $4 (for 4 pack).
Affected count
About 2.5 million
Injuries reported
The firm has received 14 reports of the light bulbs shattering while in a lamp or light fixture. One consumer had a cut on his hand, and another had a burn to his hand and cuts on his foot.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
GTC halogen light bulbs
Consumer contact
H-E-B at 800-432-3113 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.heb.com and click on Product Recalls under the Customer Service heading at the bottom of the homepage for more information
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/H-E-B-Recalls-Halogen-Lightbulbs-Due-to-Laceration-and-Fire-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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