MARYLAND, — This recall includes white plastic, turned-spindle design floor lamps with white fabric drum lamp shades and two 3-way pull-chain switches. Lamp is illuminated by two 3-way 100-watt or 29-watt CFL bulbs and stands approximately 60 inches tall. The model number PL1071 is located on a sticker on the bottom of the lamp.
Target has received six reports of short circuiting which have resulted in fires, minor property damage and two consumers being shocked.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamp, unplug it and return it to any Target store for a full refund.
This item was sold at Target stores nationwide and Target.com from September 2012 through May 2013 for about $70.
You can contact Target at (800) 440-0680 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.target.com and click on Product Recalls under the Help tab, then click on Home & Kitchen for more information.
