Halogen Work Lights Recalled by Harbor Freight Tools Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
USHalogen Work Lights Recalled by Harbor Freight Tools Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
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 |
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