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Lamson & Sessions Recalls Floor Electrical Outlets Due to Shock or Electrocution Hazards

Reported: April 18, 2007 Initiated: April 18, 2007 #07159

Product Description

The drop-in floor boxes are used to provide an extra electrical outlet in the floor. They were sold under the Carlon® brand name and have a brass finish cover approximately 3 1/2 inches in diameter. "Carlon" is stamped into the plastic above the receptacle and the model number is located to the left of the receptacle. Model numbers E971FBDI and E971FBDIB are included in this recall.

Reason for Recall

The recalled floor boxes are wired incorrectly, resulting in reverse polarity. This poses a shock or electrocution hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately unplug anything that is plugged into the floor box and contact Lamson & Sessions to determine if their floor box is included in the recall. Consumers with recalled units will receive a free repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 100,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Lamson--Sessions-Recalls-Floor-Electrical-Outlets-Due-to-Shock-or-Electrocution-Hazards

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The drop-in floor boxes are used to provide an extra electrical outlet in the floor. They were sold under the Carlon® brand name and have a brass finish cover approximately 3 1/2 inches in diameter. "Carlon" is stamped into the plastic above the receptacle and the model number is located to the left of the receptacle. Model numbers E971FBDI and E971FBDIB are included in this recall.. Recalled by Lamson & Sessions, of Cleveland, Ohio. Units affected: About 100,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The recalled floor boxes are wired incorrectly, resulting in reverse polarity. This poses a shock or electrocution hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately unplug anything that is plugged into the floor box and contact Lamson & Sessions to determine if their floor box is included in the recall. Consumers with recalled units will receive a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 18, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07159.

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