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RecallCPSCcpsc-956ELECTRICAL SHOCK

Big Lots Recalls Floor Lamps Due to Shock Hazard

Category
Units Affected
43,700
Recall Date
January 12, 2012
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Electrical Shock
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CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-956.

This recall involves Classic Quarters Five Light Floor Lamps. The lamps stand about five feet tall and have a gunmetal or chrome colored metal pole and five adjustable lights mounted on flexible metal tubes at the top. Dark plastic or multi-colored double plastic shades cover each of the five lights. Recalled lamps use standard incandescent or CFL bulbs and have labels marked with the model number "G-1843-5" affixed to the underside of the lamp base. These lamps can be further identified by SKU numbers 612007239, 612007829 or 612008982 at the beginning of the instructions. Lamps that use candelabra bulbs are not subject to this recall and can be identified by labels marked with the model number "G-1844-5B" and SKU numbers 612009036 or 612009037 in the instructions.

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-956.

Consumers should immediately stop using the lamps and return them to a Big Lots store for a full refund.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Big Lots Stores Nationwide From April 2010 Through November 2011 For Between $30 And $50. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.

Consumer Contact (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-956.

For additional information, contact Big Lots toll-free at (866) 244-5687 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.biglots.com

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Big Lots Stores Nationwide From April 2010 Through November 2011 For Between $30 And $50. Recall FAQ

Big Lots Stores Nationwide From April 2010 Through November 2011 For Between $30 And $50. is the subject of a furniture recall: Big Lots Recalls Floor Lamps Due to Shock Hazard. The notice was published on January 12, 2012 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 43,700 units are potentially affected.