Telstar · Recalled
Telstar Recalls Energy-Saving Light Bulbs Due to Fire Hazard
The light bulbs can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 317,000
- Reports
- 2
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $1–$2
- Remedy
- Refund
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Affected
This recall involves energy-saving light bulbs sold under the Telstar and Electra brand names. The bulbs were sold in two styles: spiral and the "3-Us" shape. The Telstar bulbs were sold in 20 and 23 watts with model number LB-1020 and LB-1023 printed on the packaging. The Electra bulbs were sold in 18, 20, 23, 26, 28, 30, 34, 36, 38 and 40 watts with model numbers LB-18, LB-20, LB-23, LB-26, LB-28, LB-30, LB-1018, LB-1020, LB-1023, LB-1026, LB-1134, LB-1136, LB-1138 and LB-1140 printed on the packaging. "CE 110V," "China" and the wattage number are printed on the bulb.
The file
- Sold at
- Discount stores throughout New York and New Jersey from August 2010 through March 2011 for between $1 and $1.50
- Product type
- Light Bulbs
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Telstar Products d/b/a Sprint International Inc.
Incident log
Telstar Products has received two reports of fires. In one incident, the fire was contained to the light fixture. The other reported incident resulted in a residential fire.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the light bulbs and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.
For additional information, contact Telstar Products toll-free at (888) 828-1680 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.telstarpro.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 MAY 10 2011; last revised JUL 06 2016.
