3-Way Compact Fluorescent Bulbs – Potential Malfunction (2004)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
3-way compact fluorescent light bulbs
Brand
Technical Consumer Products Inc., of Aurora, Ohio
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Technical Consumer Products Inc., of Aurora, Ohio is recalling 3-way compact fluorescent light bulbs. The hazard is: The bulbs can overheat and spark, posing a burn hazard to consumers.. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The recalled 32-watt, 3-way (40-75-150 watt output) compact fluorescent bulbs were sold under the brand names Commercial Electric (Home Depot) and DuraBright (Orchard Supply Hardware). The bulbs are about seven inches high and have a white, spiral fluorescent tube attached to a white plastic base. The following item numbers, which can be found on the back of the packaging and the base of the bulb, are included in the recall: 283-924, 575-717, and 69032.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The bulbs can overheat and spark, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop using the bulbs immediately and contact Technical Consumer Products for a free replacement or gift card.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026