CPSC, Technical Consumer Products Inc. Announce Recall of Fluorescent Light Bulbs
What was recalled
The recalled 32-watt, 3-way (40-75-150 watt output) compact fluorescent bulbs were sold under the brand names Commercial Electric (Home Depot) and DuraBright (Orchard Supply Hardware). The bulbs are about seven inches high and have a white, spiral fluorescent tube attached to a white plastic base. The following item numbers, which can be found on the back of the packaging and the base of the bulb, are included in the recall: 283-924, 575-717, and 69032.
Hazard
The bulbs can overheat and spark, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Injuries
Technical Consumer Products has received 16 reports of overheating bulbs. No injuries have been reported.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- Home Depot and Orchard Supply Hardware nationwide from April 2004 through November 2004 for about $10 (single pack) or $19 (double pack).
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