Progress Lighting Recalls Ceiling-Mounted Indoor Light Fixtures; Lights Can Fall Posing an Impact Hazard
CPSC recall 08300 · announced June 10, 2008 · Progress Lighting · 7,500 units affected
The product
The recall involves the International Series indoor (foyer) light fixtures. The light fixture has metal hardware and frosted white glass. The fixtures use either incandescent or fluorescent bulbs. "Made in/Hecho en/Fabrique aux China" and the model number are written on the packaging and inside the fixture's canopy, which is attached to the ceiling. Model numbers involved are: P2854-09EBWB P3443-09 P4263-09 P2855-09EBWB P3444-09 P4264-09 P2856-09EBWB P3445-09 P4265-09 P2859-09EBWB P3789-09 P4265-09EXP P2860-09EBWB P3790-09 P2861-09EBWB P3791-09 The fixtures were also sold under the Thomasville Lighting brand name.
The hazard
A cable that supports the light fixture from the ceiling can fail, causing the fixture to fall and injure nearby consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers who have either Progress Lighting's or Thomasville Lighting's recalled ceiling lights should carefully remove any of the glass, and contact Progress Lighting to schedule a free inspection and replacement.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Progress Lighting has received five reports of fixtures falling, including a report of an incident where two consumers suffered bruises.
Sold at: Electrical/lighting distributors and The Home Depot stores nationwide from January 2005 through March 2008 for between $290 and $1,150.
Consumer contact: For more information, contact Progress Lighting toll-free at (877) 369-4548 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.progresslighting.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.