CPSCGeneral Alert
Halogen Work Lights Recalled by Harbor Freight Tools Due to Fire and Shock Hazar...
Published: August 5, 2008Recall ID: 08353Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The halogen work lights can overheat and melt, posing a risk of fire and electrical shock to consumers.
Product Description & Identification
The halogen work lights are 500 watts. Model number 30858 is included in this recall. The lamp measures 7 inches wide x 5 ½ inches high and is mounted on a yellow frame. "UL Listed E163392" and "Work Light 8F95" is printed on a sticker on the back. The model number is printed on the light's packaging.
Affected Products
Chicago Electric Halogen Work Lights
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Halogen-Work-Lights-Recalled-by-Harbor-Freight-Tools-Due-to-Fire-and-Shock-Hazards |
| Title | Halogen Work Lights Recalled by Harbor Freight Tools Due to Fire and Shock Hazards |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/ec13d38a44384d0fa08a3c4a28f7bae4.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Front of the Halogen Work Lamp |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/fe5811c407b24390991225177a7f7be2.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Back of the Halogen Work Lamp |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/d8b8b68771c147cfa260e515fb00a1da.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Recalled Halogen Work Lamp box |
| Hazards › Name | The halogen work lights can overheat and melt, posing a risk of fire and electrical shock to consumers. |
| Injuries › Name | There have been three reports of incidents in which the recalled halogen work lights overheated and melted. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Chicago Electric Halogen Work Lights |
| Products › Type | Lights & Accessories |
| Products › Category I D | 2029 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 58,000 |
| Recall I D | 4392 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the halogen work lights and contact Harbor Freight Tools for a full refund. |
| Retailers › Name | Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide, Harbor Freight Tools' catalogs, and at www.harborfreight.com from February 2006 through March 2008 for about $10. |
| Recall Date | 2008-08-05T00:00:00 |
| Description | The halogen work lights are 500 watts. Model number 30858 is included in this recall. The lamp measures 7 inches wide x 5 ½ inches high and is mounted on a yellow frame. "UL Listed E163392" and "Work Light 8F95" is printed on a sticker on the back. The model number is printed on the light's packaging. |
| Distributors › Name | Harbor Freight Tools, of Camarillo, Calif. |
| Recall Number | 08353 |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact Harbor Freight Tools at (800) 444-3353 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.harborfreight.com, or email the firm at recall@harborfreight.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |