Recall #12-100 · Published February 2, 2012

West Elm Overarching Floor Lamp

Overarching Floor Lamp Recalled by West Elm Due to Shock Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Overarching Floor Lamp from West Elm on February 2, 2012. CPSC identifies this hazard: A short circuit can occur in the lamp's wiring, posing a shock hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the lamp and return it to West Elm for a full store credit.

Overarching Floor Lamp
Overarching Floor 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 Overarching Floor Lamp is 77 inches tall with a 19-inch diameter base and a curving arm that extends the lamp about 5 feet from the base. The arm and base are made of polished nickel. It was sold with a linen shade in the colors natural, white or charcoal. The lamp has a three-way on/off switch. Lamps with the following SKU numbers are being recalled: 4041158, 4041216, 4282125 and 4308169. SKU numbers of the recalled lamps appear only on the back of the packaging in the lower right-hand corner and not on the lamps. Lamps with SKU numbers located on the socket assembly are not being recalled.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

A short circuit can occur in the lamp's wiring, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

The firm is aware of at least 39 reports of short circuits in the lamp, including three reports of shock, one report of a minor burn to a consumer's finger and two reports of minor property damage.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the lamp and return it to West Elm for a full store credit.

Remedy type: Refund

Product and sales details

Product type
Lamps
Recall number
12-100
Units
About 5,750
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
West Elm retail stores nationwide, West Elm catalogs and westelm.com from March 2011 through November 2011 for about $250.
Importer
West Elm, a division of Williams-Sonoma Inc., of San Francisco, Calif.

Overarching Floor Lamp

CPSC product type: Floor and Table Lamps

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact West Elm toll-free at (855) 236-1941 between 7 a.m. and midnight ET seven days a week, or visit the firm's website at www.westelm.com

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

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