Hong Teng Trading (USA) Inc. Recalls Electric Oil Lamps Due To Shock and Fire Hazards
Recalled January 31, 2007 · CPSC recall 07093 · Hong Teng Trading (USA)
Hazard
The power cord is not polarized and is undersized. The power cord is not correctly secured and there is no strain relief on the switch housing. Additionally, the switch housing is not flame-retardant. As a result of these issues, the lamps pose shock and fire hazards.
Remedy
The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers should discard or destroy the product.
Units
About 3,900
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Description
This recall involves all electric oil lamps sold by Hong Teng Trading. The packaging states, "LJY" and "Made in China". The white switch on the cord has writing on the back that reads, "TIAO GUANG" and HENG CHANG." They were sold in four styles and various colors.
What to do
The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers should discard or destroy the product.
Contact
The firm is out of business. Call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.
Product
Electric Oil Lamps
Imported by
Hong Teng Trading (USA) Inc., of Orlando, Fla.
Retailers
Dollar stores nationwide from October 2006 through December 2006 for about $1.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →