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Emergency Exit Signs Recalled by Best Lighting Products Due to Failure to Illuminate

Reported: August 9, 2011 Initiated: August 9, 2011 #11300

Product Description

The recalled exit signs have emergency lights fixed at either end with "EXIT" in red or green in the center. The fixtures are installed in commercial buildings, such as hotels and office buildings. Affected model numbers can be found on a label affixed inside the fixture housing and on the outside of the packaging, and include: LHQM LED G M6, LHQM LED R M6 and LHQM LED R HO M6. Affected models have the following date codes on the inside fixture housing: 1003S10, 1004S10 or 1005S10. Dates on the packaging carton include any calendar dates in March, April or May 2010.

Reason for Recall

The fixtures can malfunction and fail to illuminate in the event of a power failure. This could result in a failure to provide adequate lighting to guide building occupants to an exit in the event of an emergency.

Remedy

Consumers should contact Lithonia Lighting for a free replacement product.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled exit signs have emergency lights fixed at either end with "EXIT" in red or green in the center. The fixtures are installed in commercial buildings, such as hotels and office buildings. Affected model numbers can be found on a label affixed inside the fixture housing and on the outside of the packaging, and include: LHQM LED G M6, LHQM LED R M6 and LHQM LED R HO M6. Affected models have the following date codes on the inside fixture housing: 1003S10, 1004S10 or 1005S10. Dates on the packaging carton include any calendar dates in March, April or May 2010.. Recalled by Best Lighting Products, of Pataskala, Ohio. Units affected: About 450.
Why was this product recalled?
The fixtures can malfunction and fail to illuminate in the event of a power failure. This could result in a failure to provide adequate lighting to guide building occupants to an exit in the event of an emergency.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should contact Lithonia Lighting for a free replacement product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 9, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11300.