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IKEA Recalls Ceiling Lamps Due to Impact and Laceration Hazards

Recall 18-240 · September 27, 2018 · IKEA

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling lamps and return them to any IKEA store for a full refund or replacement lamp.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
18-240 (CPSC)
Recall date
September 27, 2018
Brand
IKEA
Category
Lighting and electrical
Products
CALYPSO Ceiling Lamps
Hazard
Impact and Laceration Hazards
Hazard type
Laceration and cutsFalls and tip-overs
Remedy
Refund, Replace
Units
About 37,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
September 27, 2018

What was recalled

This recall involves IKEA CALYPSO ceiling lamp units with manufacturing date codes between 1625 and 1744. The manufacturing date code is printed on a sticker on the light bulb socket base plate. Please use caution when removing the lamp shade to see the sticker and code.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • CALYPSO Ceiling Lamps · About 37,000 units

Photos from the recall notice

IKEA Recalls Ceiling Lamps
Remove the lamp shade to see this sticker. Recalled lamps have date codes between 1625 and1744.
Remove the lamp shade to see this sticker. Recalled lamps have date codes between 1625 and1744.

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: IKEA stores nationwide and online at www.ikea-usa.com from August 2016 to July 2018 for about $30.; IKEA Supply AG, of Switzerland.

Injuries or incidents reported

IKEA has received 19 reports of the glass shade detaching and falling, resulting in three minor injuries, including bumps and cuts.

Consumer contact

IKEA toll-free at 888-966-4532 anytime or online at www.ikea-usa.com and click on Press Room at the bottom of the page, then on Product Recalls at the top of the page for more information.

Recall history and context

IKEA appears in 42 CPSC recalls on record. See all IKEA 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?

CALYPSO Ceiling Lamps (About 37,000 units). This recall involves IKEA CALYPSO ceiling lamp units with manufacturing date codes between 1625 and 1744.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Impact and Laceration Hazards.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling lamps and return them to any IKEA store for a full refund or replacement lamp.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on September 27, 2018. 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.