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Electric ShockNovember 12, 2010CPSC #11037

Pottery Barn Recalls Lamps Due to Shock Hazard

Product
Lighting
Units affected
7,300
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves Pottery Barn's Clay Task Lamp (Model #2467553), the Montgomery Task Lamp (Model #9691783) and the Montgomery Floor Lamp (Model #9691775). All of the lamps have bronze-colored finishes. "Pottery Barn" and the model number are printed on the bottom of the lamp.

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.

Injuries

Pottery Barn has received one report of a consumer who received an electrical shock when she touched the lamp.

Made in

India

Where it was sold

  • 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.

Photos

Montgomery Floor LampMontgomery Task LampClay Task Lamp
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