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West Elm Recalls Floor Lamps Due to Injury and Shock Hazards

Reported: April 23, 2013 Initiated: April 23, 2013 #13175

Product Description

This recall involves Industrial Overarching model floor lamps with an iron base and arm in an antique bronze finish, one light socket and a round natural linen shade. They are approximately 78 inches tall and have a swiveling triple-jointed adjustable arm and an ON/OFF foot switch at the base. The lamp's shade is about 12.5 inches high, 18.5 inches in diameter at the top, and 21 inches in diameter at the bottom. Model number 192799, 192856, 465906 or 465922 and "Industrial Overarching Floor Lamp" appear on the on the lamp's packaging. The model name and the date of manufacture in MM/YYYY format are printed on a sticker affixed to the underside of the base. Dates of manufacture included in the recall are between 08/2012 (Aug. 2012) and 02/2013 (Feb. 2013).

Reason for Recall

A failure of the lamp's joint locking mechanisms can cause the lamp to collapse and the electrical cord to spark, posing injury and shock hazards to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately unplug the recalled lamp and return it to West Elm for a full refund, including return shipping.

Details

Units Affected
About 900
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/West-Elm-Recalls-Floor-Lamps

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Industrial Overarching model floor lamps with an iron base and arm in an antique bronze finish, one light socket and a round natural linen shade. They are approximately 78 inches tall and have a swiveling triple-jointed adjustable arm and an ON/OFF foot switch at the base. The lamp's shade is about 12.5 inches high, 18.5 inches in diameter at the top, and 21 inches in diameter at the bottom. Model number 192799, 192856, 465906 or 465922 and "Industrial Overarching Floor Lamp" appear on the on the lamp's packaging. The model name and the date of manufacture in MM/YYYY format are printed on a sticker affixed to the underside of the base. Dates of manufacture included in the recall are between 08/2012 (Aug. 2012) and 02/2013 (Feb. 2013).. Recalled by Modern Home, of Guangdong, China. Units affected: About 900.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
A failure of the lamp's joint locking mechanisms can cause the lamp to collapse and the electrical cord to spark, posing injury and shock hazards to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately unplug the recalled lamp and return it to West Elm for a full refund, including return shipping.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 23, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13175.

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