Big Lots Recalls Floor Lamps Due to Shock Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 12-086 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- January 12, 2012
- Brand
- Big Lots
- Category
- Lighting and electrical
- Products
- Five-Light Floor Lamps
- Hazard
- Shock Hazard
- Hazard type
- Fire and burnElectric shock
- Remedy
- Refund
- Units
- About 43,700
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- February 19, 2015
What was recalled
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.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Five-Light Floor Lamps · About 43,700 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Big Lots stores nationwide from April 2010 through November 2011 for between $30 and $50.; Big Lots, of Columbus, Ohio.
Injuries or incidents reported
The firm has received four reports of melting lamp shades. No injuries have been reported.
Consumer contact
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
Recall history and context
Big Lots appears in 10 CPSC recalls on record. See all Big Lots recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 112 recalls in the lighting and electrical category, 47 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Five-Light Floor Lamps (About 43,700 units). This recall involves Classic Quarters Five Light Floor Lamps.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Shock Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the lamps and return them to a Big Lots store for a full refund.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on February 19, 2015. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.