Recalls / 2008-06-10

Progress Lighting Recalls Ceiling-Mounted Indoor Light Fixtures; Lights Can Fall Posing an Impact Hazard

08300 · Recalled 2008-06-10 · CPSC page

Description

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.

Hazards

A cable that supports the light fixture from the ceiling can fail, causing the fixture to fall and injure nearby consumers.

Reported injuries

Progress Lighting has received five reports of fixtures falling, including a report of an incident where two consumers suffered bruises.

Remedy

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.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Indoor Ceiling Light Fixtures		About 7,500

Parties

Importer: Progress Lighting, of Greenville, S.C.
Made in: China
Sold at: Electrical/lighting distributors, The Home Depot from January 2005 through March 2008 for between $290, 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

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Source: CPSC recall 08300. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.