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CPSC recall · Reported February 12, 2004

CPSC, Lamson & Sessions Inc. Announce Recall of Drop-In Floor Box

The recalled floor boxes contain undersized wires and are wired with the polarity reversed. These problems present a risk of shock or electrocution and a possible fire hazard.

Recall #
04083
Affected scope
7,000
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Lamson & Sessions Inc. of Cleveland, Ohio recalled These Drop-In Floor Boxes are used to provide an extra electric outlet in the floor. The … - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Lamson & Sessions Inc. Announce Recall of Drop-In Floor Box was recalled by Lamson & Sessions Inc. of Cleveland, Ohio in February 12, 2004. Reason: The recalled floor boxes contain undersized wires and are wired with the polarity reversed. These problems pr…. Remedy: Consumers should contact Lamson & Sessions to arrange for a free replacement.. Verify recall #04083 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Lamson & Sessions Inc. of Cleveland, Ohio issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The recalled floor boxes contain undersized wires and are wired with the polarity reversed. These problems pr….

Moderate
severity level
7K units
affected scope
February 12, 2004
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04083 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #04083) was formally reported on February 12, 2004. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Lamson & Sessions Inc. of Cleveland, Ohio is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 7,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The recalled floor boxes contain undersized wires and are wired with the polarity reversed. These problems present a risk of shock or electrocution and a possible fire hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should contact Lamson & Sessions to arrange for a free replacement. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

7,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

These Drop-In Floor Boxes are used to provide an extra electric outlet in the floor. The floor boxes are pre-wired electrical receptacles to be installed in the floor. They were sold under the Carlon brand name as Model No. B112FBB. The product was sold as a kit that includes the floor box, wired receptacle, hole saw, and optional mounting plates.

Reason for recall

The recalled floor boxes contain undersized wires and are wired with the polarity reversed. These problems present a risk of shock or electrocution and a possible fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should contact Lamson & Sessions to arrange for a free replacement.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 04083
Date reported February 12, 2004
Date initiated February 12, 2004
Recalling firm Lamson & Sessions Inc. of Cleveland, Ohio
Affected scope 7,000
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Scale of Impact

7,000 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should contact Lamson & Sessions to arrange for a free replacement.

  • Check the recall number (04083) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
These Drop-In Floor Boxes are used to provide an extra electric outlet in the floor. The floor boxes are pre-wired electrical receptacles to be installed in the floor. They were sold under the Carlon brand name as Model No. B112FBB. The product was sold as a kit that includes the floor box, wired receptacle, hole saw, and optional mounting plates.. Recalled by Lamson & Sessions Inc. of Cleveland, Ohio. Units affected: 7,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The recalled floor boxes contain undersized wires and are wired with the polarity reversed. These problems present a risk of shock or electrocution and a possible fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should contact Lamson & Sessions to arrange for a free replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 12, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04083.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (04083) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported February 12, 2004. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.