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
The model number PL1071 is located on a sticker on the bottom of the lamp.
Which products are included?
This recall includes white plastic, turned-spindle design floor lamps with white fabric drum lamp shades and two 3-way pull-chain switches. Lamp is illuminated by two 3-way 100-watt or 29-watt CFL bulbs and stands approximately 60 inches tall. The model number PL1071 is located on a sticker on the bottom of the lamp.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The lamp can short when a standard one-way bulb is fully tightened in the lamp's three-way socket, posing a fire and shock hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Target has received six reports of short circuiting which have resulted in fires, minor property damage and two consumers being shocked.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamp, unplug it and return it to any Target store for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- J. Hunt
- Manufacturer
- J. Hunt & Company of Bono, Ark.
- Product type
- Lamps, Light bulbs
- Recall number
- 13-275
- Units
- About 25,000 and 541 in Canada.
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Target stores nationwide and Target.com from September 2012 through May 2013 for about $70.
- Importer
- Target Corp. of Minneapolis, Minn.
White 2-Bulb Floor Lamp
CPSC product type: Lamps
Recall contact information
Target at (800) 440-0680 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.target.com and click on Product Recalls under the Help tab, then click on Home and Kitchen for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.