CPSC recall · Reported June 19, 2012
Ceiling Mounted Light Fixtures Recalled by Thomas Lighting Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
The fixture's socket wire insulation can degrade, leading to charged wires becoming exposed, causing electricity to pass to the metal canopy of the fixture. This poses a fire and …
Thomas Lighting, of Elgin, Ill; part of Philips Consumer Luminaires Corporation recalled This recall involves 28 different models of ceiling flush-mounted light fixtures manufact….
Ceiling Mounted Light Fixtures Recalled by Thomas Lighting Due to Fire and Shock Hazards was recalled by Thomas Lighting, of Elgin, Ill; part of Philips Consumer Luminaires Corporation in June 19, 2012. Reason: The fixture's socket wire insulation can degrade, leading to charged wires becoming exposed, causing electric…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the light fixture, avoid direct contact with the …. Verify recall #12197 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Thomas Lighting, of Elgin, Ill; part of Philips Consumer Luminaires Corporation issued this CPSC recall-The fixture's socket wire insulation can degrade, leading to charged wires becoming exposed, causing electric….
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- June 19, 2012
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12197 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
This recall involves 28 different models of ceiling flush-mounted light fixtures manufactured between June 1, 2010 through November 25, 2010 with a diameter ranging from 7.5" to 13". All affected fixtures have a round base or canopy affixed to the ceiling and a dome- or cylindrical-shaped cover. The recalled fixtures have a variety of finishes including metal and/or clear or frosted glass and contain one, two or three light bulbs. Canopies are a range of colors including white, bronze, brass (gold) and nickel. Most models have a nib in the center of the dome cover in the same color as the canopy. Although the manufacturer's name, the fixture model number and production date can be found on a printed label on the ceiling-side of the fixture's metal canopy, consumers are advised not to remove the metal canopy from the ceiling in order to access this label.
Reason for recall
The fixture's socket wire insulation can degrade, leading to charged wires becoming exposed, causing electricity to pass to the metal canopy of the fixture. This poses a fire and electric shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the light fixture, avoid direct contact with the fixture and contact Thomas Lighting to arrange for a free in-home repair of the fixtures by a qualified electrician.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 12197 |
| Date reported | June 19, 2012 |
| Date initiated | June 19, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | Thomas Lighting, of Elgin, Ill; part of Philips Consumer Luminaires Corporation |
| Affected scope | About 83,750 |
| 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
Consumers should immediately stop using the light fixture, avoid direct contact with the fixture and contact Thomas Lighting to a…
- Check the recall number (12197) 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
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