CPSC recall 16-258, announced September 8, 2016, covers HAUS ZapBulb mosquito zapper LED light bulbs (about 11,500 units). The light bulb's base can separate from the connector, posing an electrical shock hazard. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled light bulbs, turn off the power supply and contact Creative Sourcing for a free replacement mosquito zapper LED light bulb, including shipping, and instructions for removing and replacing the light bulb. Recall contact: call 888-521-8326, go to www.hauswares.com, or email hauswares@kalorik.com.
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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?
This recall involves the HAUS ZapBulb 2-in-1 mosquito zapper LED light bulbs. The 10-watt bulb has a white grid housing that measures about 3.1 inches high, 3.1 inches wide and 6.1 inches deep. The grid housing has a blue light used to attract insects and an LED light below, for lighting. Only units without any markings or labels are included in this recall. SKU number IK 3000 is on the product's packaging.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Also in the notice
- Item or SKU numbers. Compare these as well.
- Where to look
the product's packaging
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- April 2016 through July 2016
- Where sold
- Amazon, among the sellers the notice names
- Price paid
- $30
Why it was recalled
The light bulb's base can separate from the connector, posing an electrical shock hazard.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received two reports of the bulb separating from the connector. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled light bulbs, turn off the power supply and contact Creative Sourcing for a free replacement mosquito zapper LED light bulb, including shipping, and instructions for removing and replacing the light bulb. Creative Sourcing will reimburse consumers if a professional electrician is needed to remove the recalled light bulb's base.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call 888-521-8326, go to www.hauswares.com, or email hauswares@kalorik.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a replacement. The notice says the remedy is free.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- HAUS
- Manufacturer
- HAUS, of Germany
- Product type
- Light bulbs
- Recall number
- 16-258
- Units
- About 11,500
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Online at Amazon, Groupon, Hammacher Schlemmer, Pulse TV, Sharper Image, Sportsman and Universal Direct from April 2016 through July 2016 for about $30.
- Importer
- Creative Sourcing International, Inc., of Miami, Fla.
- Distributor
- Creative Sourcing International, Inc., of Miami, Fla.
ZapBulb mosquito zapper LED light bulbs
CPSC product type: Insect Traps
This recall in context
Compared with the 26 light bulb recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 11,500 units: the 21st-largest of 25 light bulb recalls that state a unit count. The median is 46,300 units.
- Hazard
- Electric shock: named in 7 of 26 light bulb recalls.
- Remedy
- Replacement: offered in 11 of 26 light bulb recalls, the most common remedy.
- Time on sale
- 4 months. Recalled 2 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
Creative Sourcing International/Haus toll-free at 888-521-8326 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at hauswares@kalorik.com, or online at www.hauswares.com and click on Recall Information for more information.
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