CPSC recall · Reported October 12, 2004
CPSC, Teng Fei Trading Inc. Announce Recall of Energy Saving Light Bulbs
The base of the bulb is not flame-retardant, as required in the voluntary standard for this type of bulb. Electrical components in the bulb can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
The CPSC recalled These Teng Fei Energy Saving light bulbs are white, compact fluorescent bulbs. The recall….
CPSC, Teng Fei Trading Inc. Announce Recall of Energy Saving Light Bulbs was recalled and listed by the CPSC in October 12, 2004. Reason: The base of the bulb is not flame-retardant, as required in the voluntary standard for this type of bulb. Ele…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these light bulbs and return them to the store wh…. Verify recall #05005 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The base of the bulb is not flame-retardant, as required in the voluntary standard for this type of bulb. Ele….
- None
- agency class
- October 12, 2004
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05005 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.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 1 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Dietary Supplements recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 2,014 dietary supplements recalls on record
Product description
These Teng Fei Energy Saving light bulbs are white, compact fluorescent bulbs. The recall includes model numbers T6112, T6113, T6114, and T6115. The model number is written on the packaging only. "Teng Fei 110-127V 50/60Hz" is written on the bulb.
Reason for recall
The base of the bulb is not flame-retardant, as required in the voluntary standard for this type of bulb. Electrical components in the bulb can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these light bulbs and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05005 |
| Date reported | October 12, 2004 |
| Date initiated | October 12, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 81,000 |
| 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
Consumers should immediately stop using these light bulbs and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.
- Check the recall number (05005) 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Why was this product recalled? ▼
What should consumers do? ▼
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Nationwide recalls with similar severity or category timing
Consumer-product notices outside this firm and state, matched by severity timing and product category.
Similar severity · nearest report date
Same archive severity grade, closest by report date among other firms and states.
Similar Dietary Supplements · nearest report date
Same product category, closest by report date among other firms and states (deduped against the severity set).
Compare this recall with Goody King Magnetic Building Cubes and Blocks Recalled Due … → · All Dietary Supplements recalls
Methodology · Corrections · Archive as of August 2026