Recall #13-099 · Published January 17, 2013

Dolan Northwest Burien Floor Lamps

Floor Lamps Recalled by Dolan Northwest Due to Shock and Fire Hazards

CPSC published a recall notice for Burien Floor Lamps from Dolan Northwest on January 17, 2013. CPSC identifies this hazard: The on/off foot switch on the lamps can fail and melt, resulting in shock and fire hazards. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled lamp and return it to the store for a repair. The store will replace the on/off foot switch with a new plug and dimmer. Consumers who purchased the lamps online should contact Dolan NW for a replacement lamp.

Dolan Burien 1117-SS Stainless Steel Floor Lamp
Dolan Burien 1117-SS Stainless Steel 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.

Additional identifying details

Model number 1117 and the date of manufacture in YYYY.MM format are printed on a label affixed to the underside of the base.

Which products are included?

This recall involves Burien model floor lamps with four individual light sockets and white glass shades on top of four individual tubes of varying lengths. The lamps are approximately 72 inches tall and were sold in stainless steel and bronze finishes. Model number 1117 and the date of manufacture in YYYY.MM format are printed on a label affixed to the underside of the base. Dates of manufacture included in the recall are between 2010.11 (Nov. 2010) and 2012.09 (Sept. 2012).

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The on/off foot switch on the lamps can fail and melt, resulting in shock and fire hazards.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received three reports of melting switches, resulting in one report of property damage to the surrounding floor.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled lamp and return it to the store for a repair. The store will replace the on/off foot switch with a new plug and dimmer. Consumers who purchased the lamps online should contact Dolan NW for a replacement lamp.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Product type
Lamps
Recall number
13-099
Units
About 1,100
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Seattle Lighting, Globe Lighting, Builders Lighting showrooms in the Pacific Northwest and online at DestinationLighting.com from November 2010 through September 2012 for about $190.
Importer
Dolan Northwest LLC, of Portland, Ore. dba Seattle Lighting, Globe Lighting, Builders Lighting and Destination Lighting

Burien Floor Lamps

CPSC product type: Lights & Accessories

Recall contact information

Dolan NW LLC; toll-free at (888) 213-5758, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday to Friday, by email at floorlamprecall@destinationlighting.com or online at seattlelighting.com, globelighting.com, builderslighting.com or destinationlighting.com for more information.

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

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