Recall #24-373 · Published September 19, 2024

Jo-Ann Stores Place & Time battery-operated desk lamps

Jo-Ann Stores Recalls Place & Time Battery-Operated Desk Lamps Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Place & Time battery-operated desk lamps from Jo-Ann Stores on September 19, 2024. CPSC identifies this hazard: The desk lamp's battery compartment can overheat while using the USB charging cord, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled desk lamps and return them to Jo-Ann Stores for a full refund. Consumers without a purchase receipt will receive a $23 store credit. Consumers who are unable to return the lamp to a store can email a photo of the purchase receipt to customer.service@joann.com with the subject "Desk Lamp Recall Refund" to receive an electronic gift card for the amount on the purchase receipt, or a $23 store credit if the consumer does not have the receipt and provides a photo of the lamp.

Recalled Place & Time battery-operated desk lamp with USB cord (green)
Recalled Place & Time battery-operated desk lamp with USB cord (green)
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.

Affected model numbers

Additional identifying details

The lamp was sold in three colors: green with the model number 4843351B, pink with the model number 4843351A, and cream with the model number 4843351D.

Which products are included?

This recall involves Place & Time® battery-operated desk lamps with a USB cord. The lamp was sold in three colors: green with the model number 4843351B, pink with the model number 4843351A, and cream with the model number 4843351D. The model number can be found on the label on the bottom of the lamp. The lamp is about 12 inches high when the neck is fully extended and about 4 inches wide at the base.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The desk lamp's battery compartment can overheat while using the USB charging cord, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received three reports of the battery compartment melting or popping while the lamp was charging with the USB cord. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled desk lamps and return them to Jo-Ann Stores for a full refund. Consumers without a purchase receipt will receive a $23 store credit. Consumers who are unable to return the lamp to a store can email a photo of the purchase receipt to customer.service@joann.com with the subject "Desk Lamp Recall Refund" to receive an electronic gift card for the amount on the purchase receipt, or a $23 store credit if the consumer does not have the receipt and provides a photo of the lamp.

Remedy type: Refund

Product and sales details

Brand
Jo-Ann Stores
Product type
Lamps
Recall number
24-373
Units
About 9,700
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Jo-Ann Stores nationwide and online at www.joann.com from May 2024 through July 2024 for about $23.
Importer
Jo-Ann Stores LLC, of Hudson, Ohio

Recall contact information

Jo-Ann Stores toll-free at 833-931-0230 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at customer.service@joann.com, or online at www.joann.com/product-recalls or www.joann.com and click on 'Product Recalls" at the bottom of the webpage for more information.

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

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