Advantus Recalls Fluorescent Computer Task Lamps Due to Burn Hazard
CPSC recall 20175. Recall date: .
Hazard, in the words of CPSC
The tape used to contain wire components within the lamps case housing can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard.
Remedy, in the words of CPSC
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled lamp and contact Advantus to arrange for a full refund.
CPSC recall 20175 has the recall date 2 Sep 2020. The notice names the firm Advantus, Corp., Jacksonville, Fla. The recall has about 384 units. The median CPSC recall of 2020 has 6,100 units. This register puts the recall under 2 hazards. The first is Burn.
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More of the notice
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| Incidents and injuries | Advantus has received one report of smoke emerging from the lampscase housing. No injuries reported. |
|---|---|
| Units | 384 |
| Remedy options | Refund |
| Description | This recall involves the LEDU Black Matte Fluorescent Computer Task Lamps Model L283MB. The lamp case housing measures approximately 3.5 inches in height and 1.5 inches in width and 1.875 inches in depth. The model number is printed on the packaging. UL E157718 CSA LL101497 Type SPT-2 is printed on the black coating of the electrical cord. The UPC code 072743000487 can be found on the package. |
| Product | LEDU Black Fluorescent Computer Task Lamps Model L283MB, About 384 |
| Sold at | Staples and Essendant sold the recalled lamps through catalogs, independent office product dealers and internet resellers. They were also sold online at Walmart.com and Lowes.com from February 2020 through July 2020 for about $136. |
| Importer | Advantus, Corp., Jacksonville, Fla |
| Made in | China |
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The recall in context
- Units in this recall
- 384Median of 2020: 6,100
- CPSC recalls of 2020
- 257
- Recalls of 2020 with one of the same hazards
- 18%
- Recalls on the register that name Advantus, Corp., Jacksonville, Fla
- 1
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Recall Register. CPSC recall 20175. https://recallregister.com/product/8890-advantus-recalls-fluorescent-computer-task-lamps-due-to-burn-hazard/. Source: CPSC Recall Retrieval Web Services. Data through .
Sources
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- US Consumer Product Safety Commission
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- Data retrieved
- 30 Sep 2026
- Newest CPSC recall on the register
- 24 Sep 2026
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Questions
- Does CPSC recall 20175 report injuries?
- The CPSC notice says:
Advantus has received one report of smoke emerging from the lampscase housing. No injuries reported.
- Where was the product sold?
- The CPSC notice says:
Staples and Essendant sold the recalled lamps through catalogs, independent office product dealers and internet resellers. They were also sold online at Walmart.com and Lowes.com from February 2020 through July 2020 for about $136.
- Which remedy options does CPSC list for recall 20175?
- CPSC lists 1 remedy option:
Refund
- How many units are in CPSC recall 20175?
- The CPSC notice gives this number:
About 384