Golo lamp sockets

CPSC Recall #18-093 — February 5, 2018

Recall #18-093 Date: February 5, 2018 Remedy: Refund, Replace

Product

Golo lamp sockets

Description

This recall involves Golo brand 3-way turn knob lamp sockets with part number GE-8015.  The lamp sockets are brown. Golo, GE-8015 and 250V 250W are stamped on the top of the sockets near the wire terminals.  These 3-Way Lamp Socket interiors were sold individually as a replacement/repair part only.  This socket interior is a medium (E26) size lamp socket.

Hazard

The lamp socket screw does not fasten tightly which can result in arcing or overheating, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents / Injuries

The firm has received one report of a loose screw.  No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled lamp sockets, disconnect them and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund or a replacement 3-way lamp socket.

Units Affected

About 3,000

Sold At

Lamp shops, lamp shade shops and lamp repair shops nationwide from May 2017 through December 2017 for about $2.

Manufacturer

 Golo Electric Lighting Co., of China

Importer

B&P Lamp Supply Inc., of McMinnville, Tenn.

Manufactured In

China