Recalls / 2015-12-15

Lithonia Lighting Recalls Light Fixtures Due to Risk of Injury (Recall Alert)

16715 · Recalled 2015-12-15 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves JHBL LED light fixtures manufactured between August 2014 and June 20, 2015. Manufacture dates are located on the product label near the top of the light fixture. The light fixtures measure 16 inches high by 22 inches wide and weigh about 40 pounds. The fixtures are painted white die castings with raised heat dissipating fins every 2 inches. The lower die casting with fins is approximately 4 inches from the driver compartment box. Units shipped after June 20, 2015 are not included in the recall.

Hazards

The metal hub used to mount the light fixtures to the ceiling can break and allow the fixture to fall unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury from impact.

Reported injuries

Lithonia Lighting has received eight reports of hubs on the light fixture breaking, including four reports of the fixtures falling. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately contact Lithonia Lighting to receive a free chain to secure the fixture to the ceiling. Lithonia Lighting is contacting all known customers.

Products

Name	Model	Units
JHBL LED Fixtures		About 6,500

Parties

Importer: Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc., of Conyers, Ga., Lithonia Lighting is a division
Made in: Mexico
Sold at: Electrical distributors nationwide

Consumer contact

Lithonia Lighting at 800-315-4963 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.lithonia.com and click on "JHBL LED Recall Information" on the left side of the page for more information.

Source: CPSC recall 16715. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.