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CPSC recall · Reported March 1, 2005

CPSC, Ginger® Announce Recall of Bathroom Light Fixtures

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.

Recall #
05124
Affected scope
About 5,900
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Ginger®, of Fort Mill, S.c. recalled The Ginger® Kubic®, K2® and Surface™ collection light fixtures feature 8-inch-long, cylin… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Ginger® Announce Recall of Bathroom Light Fixtures was recalled by Ginger®, of Fort Mill, S.c. in March 1, 2005. Reason: The glass shades can separate from the light fixture, posing a risk that a consumer could be cut by the broke…. Remedy: Contact Ginger® to receive free replacement shades.. Verify recall #05124 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Ginger®, of Fort Mill, S.c. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The glass shades can separate from the light fixture, posing a risk that a consumer could be cut by the broke….

Moderate
severity level
March 1, 2005
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05124 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #05124) was formally reported on March 1, 2005. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Ginger®, of Fort Mill, S.c. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 5,900.

The documented reason for this recall is: 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. 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: Contact Ginger® to receive free replacement shades. - 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

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 5,900

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

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, what to do

Contact Ginger® to receive free replacement shades.

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 05124
Date reported March 1, 2005
Date initiated March 1, 2005
Recalling firm Ginger®, of Fort Mill, S.c.
Affected scope About 5,900
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.

What to do with this recall

Contact Ginger® to receive free replacement shades.

  • Check the recall number (05124) 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?
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.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (05124) 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 March 1, 2005. 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.