"Was Teng Fei Energy Saving Light Bulbs recalled?"

Q: "Was Teng Fei Energy Saving Light Bulbs recalled?"

"Yes. CPSC recall #05005 was issued on 2004-10-12. The base of the bulb is not flame-retardant, as required in the voluntary standard for this type of bulb. Electrical components in the bulb can overheat, posing a fire hazard."

CPSC, Teng Fei Trading Inc. Announce Recall of Energy Saving Light Bulbs

Source: CPSC Recall #05005

Recall Date

2004-10-12

Manufacturer

Teng Fei Trading Inc., of Flushing, N.Y.

Units Affected

About 81,000

Products Involved

Teng Fei Energy Saving Light Bulbs

Hazard

The base of the bulb is not flame-retardant, as required in the voluntary standard for this type of bulb. Electrical components in the bulb can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these light bulbs and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.

Reported Injuries

None reported.

Sold At

Various 99¢ stores in the state of New York from November 2003 to March 2004 for about $0.99.

Manufactured In

China

Full Recall Description

These Teng Fei Energy Saving light bulbs are white, compact fluorescent bulbs. The recall includes model numbers T6112, T6113, T6114, and T6115. The model number is written on the packaging only. "Teng Fei 110-127V 50/60Hz" is written on the bulb.

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Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.

For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.

Last verified: 2026-03-28