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Curio Design Recalls Modular Lights and Bases Due to Shock and Fire Hazards (Recall Alert)

Reported: January 4, 2017 Initiated: January 4, 2017 #17722

Product Description

This recall involves three Splyt Light modules including the Table Starter Kits, Hanging Starter Kits, Expansion Kits and Tri-bases. The kits let you design your own light fixture by adding or subtracting Y-pieces and candelabra bulbs. The lights can be screwed directly into a light socket in the ceiling or used with the table base. The kits include large and small Y-shaped fixtures, a round-metal base and 8X10 watt globe E12 light bulbs.

Reason for Recall

The modular lamp pieces can crack during assembly and the lamp bases have faulty wires, posing a shock and fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled lights and contact the firm to receive a free replacement lamp or a full refund. Curio Design is contacting all known consumers directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves three Splyt Light modules including the Table Starter Kits, Hanging Starter Kits, Expansion Kits and Tri-bases. The kits let you design your own light fixture by adding or subtracting Y-pieces and candelabra bulbs. The lights can be screwed directly into a light socket in the ceiling or used with the table base. The kits include large and small Y-shaped fixtures, a round-metal base and 8X10 watt globe E12 light bulbs.. Recalled by Curio Design Inc., of Culver City, Calif.. Units affected: About 1,500.
Why was this product recalled?
The modular lamp pieces can crack during assembly and the lamp bases have faulty wires, posing a shock and fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled lights and contact the firm to receive a free replacement lamp or a full refund. Curio Design is contacting all known consumers directly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 4, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17722.