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CPSC, Ginger® Announce Recall of Bathroom Light Fixtures

Reported: March 1, 2005 Initiated: March 1, 2005 #05124

Product Description

The Ginger® Kubic®, K2® and Surface™ collection light fixtures feature 8-inch-long, cylindrical, white glass shades that are about 3 inches in diameter. They have chrome or satin nickel wall plates, some decoratively encircled with wood. The lights can be installed horizontally or vertically. The lights use incandescent bulbs up to 100 watts. No screws are used to attach these shades. They are glued to a metal base, which screws onto the fixture. No writing is visible on the mounted light fixtures. For more information on model numbers and distinctive features of these fixtures, contact Ginger®.

Reason for Recall

The glass shades can separate from the light fixture, posing a risk that a consumer could be cut by the broken glass if the shade were to fall and break.

Remedy

Contact Ginger® to receive free replacement shades.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Ginger® Kubic®, K2® and Surface™ collection light fixtures feature 8-inch-long, cylindrical, white glass shades that are about 3 inches in diameter. They have chrome or satin nickel wall plates, some decoratively encircled with wood. The lights can be installed horizontally or vertically. The lights use incandescent bulbs up to 100 watts. No screws are used to attach these shades. They are glued to a metal base, which screws onto the fixture. No writing is visible on the mounted light fixtures. For more information on model numbers and distinctive features of these fixtures, contact Ginger®.. Recalled by Ginger®, of Fort Mill, S.C.. Units affected: About 5,900.
Why was this product recalled?
The glass shades can separate from the light fixture, posing a risk that a consumer could be cut by the broken glass if the shade were to fall and break.
What should consumers do?
Contact Ginger® to receive free replacement shades.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 1, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05124.