Telstar Recalls Energy-Saving Light Bulbs Due to Fire Hazard

Recalled May 10, 2011 · CPSC recall 11219 · Telstar

Hazard

The light bulbs can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Refund

Units

About 317,000

Incidents / injuries

Telstar Products has received two reports of fires. In one incident, the fire was contained to the light fixture. The other reported incident resulted in a residential fire.

Description

This recall involves energy-saving light bulbs sold under the Telstar and Electra brand names. The bulbs were sold in two styles: spiral and the "3-Us" shape. The Telstar bulbs were sold in 20 and 23 watts with model number LB-1020 and LB-1023 printed on the packaging. The Electra bulbs were sold in 18, 20, 23, 26, 28, 30, 34, 36, 38 and 40 watts with model numbers LB-18, LB-20, LB-23, LB-26, LB-28, LB-30, LB-1018, LB-1020, LB-1023, LB-1026, LB-1134, LB-1136, LB-1138 and LB-1140 printed on the packaging. "CE 110V," "China" and the wattage number are printed on the bulb.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the light bulbs and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Contact

For additional information, contact Telstar Products toll-free at (888) 828-1680 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.telstarpro.com

Product

Light Bulbs

Manufacturer(s)

Telstar Products d/b/a Sprint International Inc.

Retailers

Discount stores throughout New York and New Jersey from August 2010 through March 2011 for between $1 and $1.50

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →