Recall #17-722 · Published January 4, 2017

Curio Design Modular light kits and bases

Curio Design Recalls Modular Lights and Bases Due to Shock and Fire Hazards (Recall Alert)

CPSC published a recall notice for Modular light kits and bases from Curio Design on January 4, 2017. CPSC identifies this hazard: The modular lamp pieces can crack during assembly and the lamp bases have faulty wires, posing a shock and fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled lights and contact the firm to receive a free replacement lamp or a full refund. Curio Design is contacting all known consumers directly.

Assembled Splyt modular light fixture
Assembled Splyt modular light fixture
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?

This recall involves three Splyt Light modules including the Table Starter Kits, Hanging Starter Kits, Expansion Kits and Tri-bases. The kits let you design your own light fixture by adding or subtracting Y-pieces and candelabra bulbs. The lights can be screwed directly into a light socket in the ceiling or used with the table base. The kits include large and small Y-shaped fixtures, a round-metal base and 8X10 watt globe E12 light bulbs.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The modular lamp pieces can crack during assembly and the lamp bases have faulty wires, posing a shock and fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

None reported

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled lights and contact the firm to receive a free replacement lamp or a full refund. Curio Design is contacting all known consumers directly.

Remedy type: Refund, Replace

Product and sales details

Brand
Curio Design
Recall number
17-722
Units
About 1,500
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Sold at / sales period
Kickstarter, SFMOMA, UncommonGoods and other specialty shops nationwide and online at www.Kickstarter.com and www.UncommonGoods.com from April 2016 through November 2016 for between $65 and $115.
Importer
Curio Design Inc., of Culver City, Calif.
Distributor
Curio Design Inc., of Culver City, Calif.

Recall contact information

Curio Design at 510-863-0150 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at hello@splytlight.com or online at www.splytlight.com and click on the "CPSC Recall December 2016" tab on the homepage for more information.

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

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