Recall: Hong Teng Trading (USA) Inc. Recalls Electric Oil Lamps Due To Shock and Fire Hazards
| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Originally issued January 31, 2007, Revised February 28, 2008 Release #07-093 |
Firm's Telephone Number: (904) 887-3080 |
Note: Telephone Number Change
Hong Teng Trading (USA) Inc. Recalls Electric Oil Lamps Due To Shock and Fire Hazards
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.Name of product: Electric Oil Lamps
Units: About 3,900
Importer: Hong Teng Trading (USA) Inc., of Orlando, Fla.
Hazard: The power cord is not polarized and is undersized. The power cord is not correctly secured and there is no strain relief on the switch housing. Additionally, the switch housing is not flame-retardant. As a result of these issues, the lamps pose shock and fire hazards.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: This recall involves all electric oil lamps sold by Hong Teng Trading. The packaging states, "LJY" and "Made in China". The white switch on the cord has writing on the back that reads, "TIAO GUANG" and HENG CHANG." They were sold in four styles and various colors.
Sold through: Dollar stores nationwide from October 2006 through December 2006 for about $1.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the oil burners and contact Hong Teng Trading for details on how to receive a refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Hong Teng Trading at (904) 887-3080 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
