CPSC recall 09-124, announced February 10, 2009, covers Catalina Lighting Halogen Clamp Lamps (about 2,000 units). The UV glass lens on the lamp can crack, exposing the halogen bulb, posing a fire and burn hazard. The notice cites 65 incident reports. Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled lamp and contact Catalina Lighting to receive a free replacement lens. Recall contact: call (866) 949-8567, or go to www.catalinalighting.com.
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Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
Only lamps with model number 13456-US and lot numbers C06081581V185, C06081582V185 and C06081584V185 are included in the recall.
Which products are included?
The halogen clamp lamps, also known as architect's lamps, have a 150-watt halogen bulb, an articulating arm, and a clamp desk lamp that adjusts up, down and swivels. Only lamps with model number 13456-US and lot numbers C06081581V185, C06081582V185 and C06081584V185 are included in the recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Model numbers
- 4 listed. Yours must match one exactly.
- Also in the notice
- Lot or batch numbers. Compare these as well.
- When sold
- July 2008 through October 2008
- Price paid
- $50
Why it was recalled
The UV glass lens on the lamp can crack, exposing the halogen bulb, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Catalina Lighting has received 65 reports of broken lenses. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled lamp and contact Catalina Lighting to receive a free replacement lens.
What to do now
- Check the label. Compare your model number with the 4 listed in this recall, then check the lot or batch numbers the notice lists.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call (866) 949-8567, or go to www.catalinalighting.com.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Catalina Lighting
- Manufacturer
- Catalina Lighting Inc., of Miami, Fla.
- Product type
- Lamps
- Recall number
- 09-124
- Units
- About 2,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Staples retail stores nationwide from July 2008 through October 2008 for about $50.
Halogen Clamp Lamps
CPSC product type: Lamps
This recall in context
Compared with the 63 lamp recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 2,000 units: the 39th-largest of 54 lamp recalls that state a unit count. The median is 8,050 units.
- Hazards
- Fire: named in 39 of 63 lamp recalls, the most common hazard among them. Burn: named in 14 of 63 lamp recalls.
- Time on sale
- 4 months. Recalled 4 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Catalina Lighting toll-free at (866) 949-8567 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.catalinalighting.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
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