Trisonic Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs Recalled Due To Fire Hazard

Recalled October 5, 2010 · CPSC recall 11001 · Trisonic

Hazard

Light bulb can overheat and catch fire.

Remedy

Refund

Units

124000

Incidents / injuries

The firm has received four reports of incidents, including two fires that resulted in minor property damage.

Description

This recall involves Trisonic 15-, 20-, 22- and 25-watt compact fluorescent light bulbs with the model numbers TS-EN 15W/SP, TS-EN 20W/SP, TS-CFL 22WB or TS-EN 25W/SP printed on the base of the bulb.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the light bulbs and contact the company for a full refund.

Contact

For additional information, contact Eastern America Trio Products Inc. at 800-661-7146 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website athttp://www.trisonic.com

Product

Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs

Imported by

Eastern America Trio Products Inc. of Flushing, N.Y.

Retailers

Discount stores in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Connecticut from January 2008 to December 2008 for between $1 and $1.50.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →