Recall #09-749 · Published July 1, 2009

Fashion Stitches & More Ionic Salt Lamps

Lamps Recalled by LTD Commodities LLC, ABC Distributing and the Lakeside Collection Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Ionic Salt Lamps from Fashion Stitches & More on July 1, 2009. CPSC identifies this hazard: The lamps overheat, causing the vinyl coating on the cord to burst and melt, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact either LTD Commodities, ABC Distributing or Lakeside Collection to receive a replacement cord set. All consumers who purchased the Ionic Salt Lamps were notified directly about the recall.

Recalled Ionic Salt Lamp
Recalled Ionic Salt Lamp
Image: CPSC recall notice

What to check on the product label

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.

The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.

Which products are included?

The recalled ionic salt lamp varies in color from light to dark red and is attached to a wood base. The lamp fixture comes with a 10 watt bulb and a black cord with an inline on/off switch. The UL file number E216832 will be printed on the cord and the UL file number E214389 on the plug.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The lamps overheat, causing the vinyl coating on the cord to burst and melt, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received eight reports of overheating, including two reports of hand burns.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact either LTD Commodities, ABC Distributing or Lakeside Collection to receive a replacement cord set. All consumers who purchased the Ionic Salt Lamps were notified directly about the recall.

Product and sales details

Brand
Fashion Stitches & More
Manufacturer
Fashion Stitches & More, Inc., of Dayton, N.J.
Product type
Lamps
Recall number
09-749
Units
About 25,800
Manufactured in
Pakistan
Sold at / sales period
LTD Commodities, ABC Distributing, and Lakeside Collection catalogs, and on their Web sites from March 2009 through May 2009 for about $12.
Distributor
LTD Commodities LLC of Bannockburn, Ill., ABC Distributing of Bannockburn, Ill., Lakeside Collection of Bannockburn, Ill.

Ionic Salt Lamps

CPSC product type: Lamps

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact either LTD Commodities or ABC Distributing toll free at (866) 736-3654, or Lakeside Collection toll-free at (866) 847-4327 between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT, or logon to www.ltdcommodities.com, www.abcdistributing.com or www.lakeside.com

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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