Harbor Freight Tools · Recalled
Halogen Work Lights Recalled by Harbor Freight Tools Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
The halogen work lights can overheat and melt, posing a risk of fire and electrical shock to consumers.
- Units
- About 58,000
- Reports
- 3
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $10
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
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 file
- Sold at
- Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide, Harbor Freight Tools' catalogs, and at www.harborfreight.com from February 2006 through March 2008 for about $10.
- Product type
- Lights & Accessories
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Harbor Freight Tools, of Camarillo, Calif.
Incident log
There have been three reports of incidents in which the recalled halogen work lights overheated and melted. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the halogen work lights and contact Harbor Freight Tools for a full refund.
For additional information, contact Harbor Freight Tools at (800) 444-3353 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.harborfreight.com, or email the firm at recall@harborfreight.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated AUG 05 2008; last revised MAY 23 2014.
