CPSC recall · Reported August 4, 2004
CPSC, Osram Sylvania Products Inc. Announce Recall of Decorative Light Bulbs
The glass bulb can separate from its base and break during use. The broken glass can present a laceration injury to consumers, the hot broken bulb can present a burn injury to con…
Osram Sylvania Products Inc., of Danvers, Mass. recalled The recalled 60-watt B10 medium base light bulbs were sold in packages of two or four uni….
CPSC, Osram Sylvania Products Inc. Announce Recall of Decorative Light Bulbs was recalled by Osram Sylvania Products Inc., of Danvers, Mass. in August 4, 2004. Reason: The glass bulb can separate from its base and break during use. The broken glass can present a laceration inj…. Remedy: If the bulb is broken, consumers should first unplug the light fixture or turn off the ma…. Verify recall #04192 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Osram Sylvania Products Inc., of Danvers, Mass. issued this CPSC recall-The glass bulb can separate from its base and break during use. The broken glass can present a laceration inj….
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- agency class
- August 4, 2004
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04192 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
The recalled 60-watt B10 medium base light bulbs were sold in packages of two or four units. The bulbs are clear. Some were packaged as "Ceiling Fan" and "Double Life" light bulbs. "SYLVANIA" is printed on the front of the packaging and on the bulb base. The bulbs involved have a UPC bar code on the back of the package, ending in the following five digits: 13323, 13329, 13333, 13442, 13445, 13454, 13565, 13650, and 13721.
Reason for recall
The glass bulb can separate from its base and break during use. The broken glass can present a laceration injury to consumers, the hot broken bulb can present a burn injury to consumers, and an exposed bulb filament can present a shock hazard if handled while power remains applied to the fixture.
Remedy, what to do
If the bulb is broken, consumers should first unplug the light fixture or turn off the main circuit breaker before attempting to remove the bulb. Cloth or leather gloves should also be worn to prevent cuts or scratches during bulb removal. Remove the light bulbs from any fixture where they are installed and contact OSRAM Sylvania for free replacement bulbs.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04192 |
| Date reported | August 4, 2004 |
| Date initiated | August 4, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Osram Sylvania Products Inc., of Danvers, Mass. |
| Affected scope | 5.6 million |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
If the bulb is broken, consumers should first unplug the light fixture or turn off the main circuit breaker before attempting to …
- Check the recall number (04192) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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