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Fire / OverheatingOctober 12, 2004CPSC #05005

CPSC, Teng Fei Trading Inc. Announce Recall of Energy Saving Light Bulbs

Product
Lighting
Units affected
81,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

These Teng Fei Energy Saving light bulbs are white, compact fluorescent bulbs. The recall includes model numbers T6112, T6113, T6114, and T6115. The model number is written on the packaging only. "Teng Fei 110-127V 50/60Hz" is written on the bulb.

Hazard

The base of the bulb is not flame-retardant, as required in the voluntary standard for this type of bulb. Electrical components in the bulb can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Various 99¢ stores in the state of New York from November 2003 to March 2004 for about $0.99.

Photos

Recalled Teng Fei Energy Saving Light Bulb
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