Philips Lighting Recalls Lightolier Glass Lenses Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 14242 · announced July 29, 2014 · Gray Glass · 7,500 units affected
The product
This recall involves Philips "Lightolier" brand AF4SY decorative glass lenses used on various types of light fixtures. The clear glass lens, used to "soften" light with an additional lens layer, is 4 ¾ inches in diameter and 1/8 inch thick. The lenses were manufactured between January 2007 and December 2013. There are no markings on the product. The product number is on the packaging.
The hazard
The decorative glass lens can shatter and result in falling pieces of glass, posing a risk of laceration to the consumer.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately remove the recalled glass lens and contact Philips Lighting for a free replacement unit. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Philips has received one report of the glass lens breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Electrical wholesale distributors nationwide from February 2007 through December 2013 for between $25 and $50.
Consumer contact: Philips Lighting North America Corporation at (800) 475-9840 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at glassaccessory@philips.com, or online at www.philips.com/recall and click on the drop down "United States/English" for a photographic list of all compatible light fixtures.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.