Recall #14-736 · Published June 17, 2014

American Signature 26-inch Table Lamp

American Signature Recalls Table Lamps Due to Risk of Shock, Fire (Recall Alert)

CPSC published a recall notice for 26-inch Table Lamp from American Signature on June 17, 2014. CPSC identifies this hazard: Improper wiring can pose shock and fire hazards to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled lamps and return the lamp to the nearest Value City Furniture or American Signature Furniture store for a full refund or store credit equal to their purchase price. American Signature is contacting all known consumers directly.

American Signature 26-inch Table Lamp
American Signature 26-inch Table 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

A label on the underside of the lamp base has "NOVA, Item Number 1010154 and UL E312412." The description on the customer sales invoice reads, "26" TBL LAMP-MIRROR CIRCLE."

Which products are included?

This recall involves 26-inch table lamps. The lamp has a 16-inch tall, rectangular shade and a square dark wood and mirror base with a mirrored circle pattern on the front. A silver on/off dial is on the lower front of the lamp's base. A label on the underside of the lamp base has "NOVA, Item Number 1010154 and UL E312412." The description on the customer sales invoice reads, "26" TBL LAMP-MIRROR CIRCLE."

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

Improper wiring can pose shock and fire hazards to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received three reports of the power dial switch on the lamp causing a short to the ground wire or popping a circuit breaker. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled lamps and return the lamp to the nearest Value City Furniture or American Signature Furniture store for a full refund or store credit equal to their purchase price. American Signature is contacting all known consumers directly.

Remedy type: Refund

Product and sales details

Product type
Lamps
Recall number
14-736
Units
About 730
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Value City Furniture and American Signature Furniture stores nationwide from February 2013 to March 2014 for about $100.
Distributor
American Signature Inc., of Columbus, Ohio

26-inch Table Lamp

CPSC product type: Floor and Table Lamps

Recall contact information

Value City Furniture at (888) 751-8552 or American Signature Inc. at (888) 751-8553 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.vcf.com or www.asfurniture.com and click on "Recall Information."

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

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