Motion Sensing Security Lights Recalled by HeathCo due to Electrical Shock Hazard Sold Exclusively at Home Depot

Internal wiring can be damaged during installation, bulb replacement or adjustment, posing an electric shock hazard.

Recall #: 12236
Affected scope: About 7,800

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

HeathCo LLC, of Bowling Green, Ky. recalled This recall involves Heath®/Zenith 270° Motion Security Lights with model number SL-5414-….

Motion Sensing Security Lights Recalled by HeathCo due to Electrical Shock Hazard Sold Ex… was recalled by HeathCo LLC, of Bowling Green, Ky. in July 26, 2012. Reason: Internal wiring can be damaged during installation, bulb replacement or adjustment, posing an electric shock …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the light, turn off power to the unit at the circ…. Verify recall #12236 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

HeathCo LLC, of Bowling Green, Ky. issued this CPSC recall-Internal wiring can be damaged during installation, bulb replacement or adjustment, posing an electric shock ….

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agency class: July 26, 2012
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12236 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.

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.

Product description

This recall involves Heath®/Zenith 270° Motion Security Lights with model number SL-5414-WH. It replaces a standard outdoor wall mounted light fixture and is designed to turn on when motion is detected at night. The product has two cone-shaped lightbulb receptacles attached to a round mounting plate. A small, rectangular motion sensor is attached to the mounting plate between the lightbulb receptacles. The unit is made of aluminum and plastic. It comes in white only. The brand name and model number are on a label located on the back of the motion sensor.

Reason for recall

Internal wiring can be damaged during installation, bulb replacement or adjustment, posing an electric shock hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the light, turn off power to the unit at the circuit breaker or fuse panel and contact HeathCo for a free replacement light fixture.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	12236
Date reported	July 26, 2012
Date initiated	July 26, 2012
Recalling firm	HeathCo LLC, of Bowling Green, Ky.
Affected scope	About 7,800
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, turn off power to the unit at the circuit breaker or fuse panel and contact He…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

Internal wiring can be damaged during installation, bulb replacement or adjustment, posing an electric shock hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop using the light, turn off power to the unit at the circuit breaker or fuse panel and contact HeathCo for a free replacement light fixture.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 26, 2012. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 12236.

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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