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Ace Hardware Recalls LED Clamp Light Due to Shock and Fire Hazard

Reported: March 25, 2014 Initiated: March 25, 2014 #14139

Product Description

This recall includes the Ace Clamp-On LED Work Light measuring 3 inches wide by 2.5 inches deep and 2.25 inches high. It has a silver plastic lamp head with black rubber sides and eight LED lights on one side; a black plastic cube-shaped lamp base sized 1.75 inches wide by 2.25 inches deep by 2 inches high, a 6-foot black cord; and silver clamp with black rubber grips. The recalled units are stamped with the model number "DC004" and date code "08/13" on the back of the light base.

Reason for Recall

The cord bushing inside the light base could fail, allowing the cord wiring to pull out of the base, exposing bare wire and presenting a shock and fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled clamp lights and return them to the local Ace Hardware store for a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 15,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Ace-Hardware-Recalls-LED-Clamp-Light

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall includes the Ace Clamp-On LED Work Light measuring 3 inches wide by 2.5 inches deep and 2.25 inches high. It has a silver plastic lamp head with black rubber sides and eight LED lights on one side; a black plastic cube-shaped lamp base sized 1.75 inches wide by 2.25 inches deep by 2 inches high, a 6-foot black cord; and silver clamp with black rubber grips. The recalled units are stamped with the model number "DC004" and date code "08/13" on the back of the light base.. Units affected: About 15,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The cord bushing inside the light base could fail, allowing the cord wiring to pull out of the base, exposing bare wire and presenting a shock and fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled clamp lights and return them to the local Ace Hardware store for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 25, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14139.

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