Halogen Work Lights Recalled by Harbor Freight Tools Due to Fire and Shock Hazards

Active Recall Announced August 5, 2008 CPSC #08353

Quick answer

Halogen Work Lights Recalled by Harbor Freight Tools Due to Fire and Shock Hazards is CPSC recall #08353, announced on August 5, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The halogen work lights are 500 watts. Model number 30858 is included in this recall. The lamp measures 7 inches wide x 5 ½ inches high and is mounted on a yellow frame. "UL Listed E163392" and "Work Light 8F95" is printed on a sticker on the back. The model number is printed on the light's packaging. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the halogen work lights and contact harbor freight tools for a full refund.. Affected brand: Harbor Freight Tools.

Hazard

The halogen work lights are 500 watts. Model number 30858 is included in this recall. The lamp measures 7 inches wide x 5 ½ inches high and is mounted on a yellow frame. "UL Listed E163392" and "Work Light 8F95" is printed on a sticker on the back. The model number is printed on the light's packaging.

Affected products

Chicago Electric Halogen Work Lights

Recalled brands

Harbor Freight Tools

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the halogen work lights and contact Harbor Freight Tools for a full refund.

Recall date

August 5, 2008

Categories

Lights & Accessories

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #08353?

CPSC recall #08353 covers Halogen Work Lights Recalled by Harbor Freight Tools Due to Fire and Shock Hazards, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on August 5, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The halogen work lights are 500 watts. Model number 30858 is included in this recall. The lamp measures 7 inches wide x 5 ½ inches high and is mounted on a yellow frame. "UL Listed E163392" and "Work Light 8F95" is printed on a sticker on the back. The model number is printed on the light's packaging.

What is the remedy for recall #08353?

The CPSC remedy for recall #08353 is consumers should immediately stop using the halogen work lights and contact harbor freight tools for a full refund.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Halogen Work Lights Recalled by Harbor Freight Tools Due to Fire and Shock Hazards on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Halogen-Work-Lights-Recalled-by-Harbor-Freight-Tools-Due-to-Fire-and-Shock-Hazards. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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