40 Watt Incandescent Mini Spot-light Bulbs
CPSC Recall #05-529 — January 12, 2005
Product
40 Watt Incandescent Mini Spot-light Bulbs
Description
The recalled 40 Watt "Type R" incandescent mini spot-light bulbs were included in two- and three-lamp accent lights in certain furniture hutch items manufactured by Sauder Woodworking Co. The furniture hutch models involved are:Model 9386 - Uses the three-lamp kit.Model 9549 - Uses the two-lamp kit.Model 9509 - Uses the two-lamp kit.
Hazard
Some of the bulbs have imploded or broken apart within the first several minutes after they are first illuminated. Broken glass particles pose a laceration hazard to consumers.
Incidents / Injuries
There have been 12 reports of bulb failures. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
The retailer has a record of all product purchasers. The product purchasers will be contacted directly, provided with replacement light bulbs, and instructed to discard the originally supplied bulbs.
Units Affected
About 22,600
Sold At
The hutches were sold at select Office Depot stores from October 2004 through November 2004 for between $160 and $300.
Manufacturer
Comtrad, Division of Waljon Ltd., Mississauga, Ontario, Canada.
Manufactured In
China