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CPSC recall · Reported June 12, 2018

Ashley Furniture Recalls Floor Lamps Due to Burn Hazard (Recall Alert)

The incorrect label on the lamp states that consumers can use 40 watt lightbulbs in the product. However, the socket is only designed to support 25 watt lightbulbs. Use of incorre…

Recall #
18747
Affected scope
About 900 (in addition, about 100 were sold in Canada)
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DBA Export India Pvt Ltd., of India recalled This recall involves Signature Design by Ashley Amnon floor lamps with a floor switch and… - a moderate-severity action.

Ashley Furniture Recalls Floor Lamps Due to Burn Hazard (Recall Alert) was recalled by DBA Export India Pvt Ltd., of India in June 12, 2018. Reason: The incorrect label on the lamp states that consumers can use 40 watt lightbulbs in the product. However, the…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled floor lamps and contact A…. Verify recall #18747 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

DBA Export India Pvt Ltd., of India issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The incorrect label on the lamp states that consumers can use 40 watt lightbulbs in the product. However, the….

Moderate
severity level
June 12, 2018
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18747 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #18747) was formally reported on June 12, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. DBA Export India Pvt Ltd., of India is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 900 (in addition, about 100 were sold in Canada).

The documented reason for this recall is: The incorrect label on the lamp states that consumers can use 40 watt lightbulbs in the product. However, the socket is only designed to support 25 watt lightbulbs. Use of incorrect wattage lightbulbs can melt the power… Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled floor lamps and contact Ashley Furniture for instructions on how to receive a full refund of the purchase price. Ashley Furniture is co… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 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.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 900 (in addition, about 100 were sold in Canada)

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Signature Design by Ashley Amnon floor lamps with a floor switch and 12 lightbulb sockets. The portable, electric floor lamps are metal with a bronze finish and measure about 64 inches tall. Model number L207971 is printed on a label on the underside of the lamp's base.

Reason for recall

The incorrect label on the lamp states that consumers can use 40 watt lightbulbs in the product. However, the socket is only designed to support 25 watt lightbulbs. Use of incorrect wattage lightbulbs can melt the power switch, posing a burn hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled floor lamps and contact Ashley Furniture for instructions on how to receive a full refund of the purchase price. Ashley Furniture is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 18747
Date reported June 12, 2018
Date initiated June 12, 2018
Recalling firm DBA Export India Pvt Ltd., of India
Affected scope About 900 (in addition, about 100 were sold in Canada)
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 and unplug the recalled floor lamps and contact Ashley Furniture for instructions on how …

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  • 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?
This recall involves Signature Design by Ashley Amnon floor lamps with a floor switch and 12 lightbulb sockets. The portable, electric floor lamps are metal with a bronze finish and measure about 64 inches tall. Model number L207971 is printed on a label on the underside of the lamp's base.. Recalled by DBA Export India Pvt Ltd., of India. Units affected: About 900 (in addition, about 100 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The incorrect label on the lamp states that consumers can use 40 watt lightbulbs in the product. However, the socket is only designed to support 25 watt lightbulbs. Use of incorrect wattage lightbulbs can melt the power switch, posing a burn hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled floor lamps and contact Ashley Furniture for instructions on how to receive a full refund of the purchase price. Ashley Furniture is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 12, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18747.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (18747) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported June 12, 2018. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.