Recall #18-240 · Published September 27, 2018

IKEA CALYPSO Ceiling Lamps

IKEA Recalls Ceiling Lamps Due to Impact and Laceration Hazards

CPSC published a recall notice for CALYPSO Ceiling Lamps from IKEA on September 27, 2018. CPSC identifies this hazard: The glass shade on the ceiling lamp can detach and fall, posing impact and laceration hazards to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling lamps and return them to any IKEA store for a full refund or replacement lamp.

CALYPSO Ceiling Lamps
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

The manufacturing date code is printed on a sticker on the light bulb socket base plate.

Which products are included?

This recall involves IKEA CALYPSO ceiling lamp units with manufacturing date codes between 1625 and 1744. The manufacturing date code is printed on a sticker on the light bulb socket base plate. Please use caution when removing the lamp shade to see the sticker and code.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The glass shade on the ceiling lamp can detach and fall, posing impact and laceration hazards to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

IKEA has received 19 reports of the glass shade detaching and falling, resulting in three minor injuries, including bumps and cuts.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling lamps and return them to any IKEA store for a full refund or replacement lamp.

Remedy type: Refund, Replace

Product and sales details

Brand
IKEA
Product type
Lamps
Recall number
18-240
Units
About 37,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
IKEA stores nationwide and online at www.ikea-usa.com from August 2016 to July 2018 for about $30.
Importer
IKEA Supply AG, of Switzerland
Distributor
IKEA Supply AG, of Switzerland

Recall contact information

IKEA toll-free at 888-966-4532 anytime or online at www.ikea-usa.com and click on Press Room at the bottom of the page, then on Product Recalls at the top of the page for more information.

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

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