CPSCRecalled May 10, 2011 · #11219
Telstar Recalls Energy-Saving Light Bulbs Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard
The light bulbs can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
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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.
Product details
- Product
- Light Bulbs
- Type
- Light Bulbs
- Manufacturer
- Telstar Products d/b/a Sprint International Inc.
- Model numbers
- 1020, 1023, 1018, 1026, 1134, 1136, 1138, 1140
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Discount stores throughout New York and New Jersey from August 2010 through March 2011 for between $1 and $1.50
- Made in
- China
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the light bulbs and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.