Lumière Rock Salt lamps recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

May 23, 2017

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Sportex Recalls Rock Salt Lamps Due to Shock and Fire Hazards

Recall number

17163

Sold / distributed

At Home, Christmas tree shops, Michaels and other stores nationwide from July 2016 through December 2016 for between $15 and $30.

Why it was recalled

The dimmer switch and/or outlet plug can overheat and ignite, posing shock and fire hazards.

What was recalled

This recall involves Lumière brand Rock Salt Lamps in three styles: Basket of Rocks, Carnival of Lights and Rock of Gibraltar. The lamps are pink in color and are mounted on a wooden base or in a black metal basket. The lamps were sold in black cardboard boxes with a photo of the lamp on the front of the box and the UPC bar code number on the bottom of the box. Lamps with the following UPC numbers are included in the recall. Description UPC Rock of Gibraltar Lamp 00886946056253 Carnival of Lights 00886946058325 Basket of Rocks 00886946056277

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the lamps and return them to the store where purchased to receive a full refund or a replacement kit.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.