IKEA Recalls Track Lighting System Due to Electric Shock Hazard
Recall 12210 · Jun 28, 2012 · Ikea
5,000
units affected
5,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 12210
- Date
- Jun 28, 2012
- Company
- Ikea
- Units affected
- 5,000
- Product
- IKEA 365 + SÄNDA track, 28" and 45"
- Product type
- Lighting Equipment
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Electric shock
The product
This recall involves white, straight track systems used to hold and power light fixtures. The recalled tracks are model numbers 00149242 and 10149246, supplier number 21338 and date stamp 1134 through 1213. The brand name IKEA, 365+ SÄNDA, supplier number and date stamp are printed on a white label attached to the side of the track. The recalled tracks are 28" and 45" long.
What can happen
The ground connection in the track is defective, posing an electric shock hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the track and return it to any IKEA store for a replacement unit or a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None
- Sold at
- IKEA stores nationwide from September 2011 through March 2012 from $15 to $20.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled ikea 365 + sända track, 28" and 45"?
Consumers should immediately stop using the track and return it to any IKEA store for a replacement unit or a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The ground connection in the track is defective, posing an electric shock hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.