Ceiling-Mounted Light Fixture
CPSC Recall #13-039 — November 14, 2012
Product
Ceiling-Mounted Light Fixture
Description
The socket wire insulation in two Design Classics models can degrade and expose wires that can pass electricity to the metal canopy.
Hazard
The fixture's socket wire insulation can degrade, leading to charged wires becoming exposed, causing electricity to pass to the metal canopy of the fixture. This poses a fire and electric shock hazard to consumers.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received two reports of defective fixtures which resulted in the home's Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) tripping. No injuries have been reported to the firm.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled light fixtures and return them to the place of purchase to obtain a free replacement fixture and a $50 voucher, or contact the firm to schedule a free home repair.
Units Affected
About 8,000
Sold At
Builders Lighting, Globe Lighting, Seattle Lighting and online at DestinationLighting.com from September 2008 through September 2009 for about $32.
Manufactured In
China