CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The bulbs can overheat and spark, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
CPSC, Technical Consumer Products Inc. Announce Recall of Fluorescent Light Bulbs
The recalled 32-watt, 3-way (40-75-150 watt output) compact fluorescent bulbs were sold under the brand names Commercial Electric (Home Depot) and DuraBright (Orchard Supply Hardware). The bulbs are about seven inches high and have a white, spiral fluorescent tube attached to a white plastic base. The following item numbers, which can be found on the back of the packaging and the base of the bulb, are included in the recall: 283-924, 575-717, and 69032.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using the bulbs immediately and contact Technical Consumer Products for a free replacement or gift card.
Contact Information
Call Technical Consumer Products at (800) 397-2647 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Recall Details
Sold At
Home Depot and Orchard Supply Hardware nationwide from April 2004 through November 2004 for about $10 (single pack) or $19 (double pack).
Injuries
Technical Consumer Products has received 16 reports of overheating bulbs. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Technical Consumer Products Inc., of Aurora, Ohio
Recall Number
05064
Product Information
Product Name
3-way compact fluorescent light bulbs
Product Type
Lights & Accessories
Number of Units
About 158,000
Manufacturer Name
Technical Consumer Products Inc., of Aurora, Ohio
Manufactured In
China