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Cordelia Lighting Recalls Two-Lamp Fluorescent Shop Lights Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot

Reported: May 22, 2014 Initiated: May 22, 2014 #14190

Product Description

This recall involves Commercial Electric brand basic hanging shop lights that use two, 48-inch, two-pin, T8, fluorescent lamps. The recalled shop light is a metal light fixture with four plastic lamp sockets and a white finish. It is 48 inches long, 4.25 inches wide and 2.5 inches high and has two 10.5-inch long chains for hanging. The lamp sockets must be snapped into place during installation. Model number CESL401-06 and SKU number 201-462 are printed on a white label on the top of the fixture.

Reason for Recall

The lamp sockets can allow loose connections, posing a risk of an electrical arc and fire.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the shop lights and return them to any Home Depot store for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Commercial Electric brand basic hanging shop lights that use two, 48-inch, two-pin, T8, fluorescent lamps. The recalled shop light is a metal light fixture with four plastic lamp sockets and a white finish. It is 48 inches long, 4.25 inches wide and 2.5 inches high and has two 10.5-inch long chains for hanging. The lamp sockets must be snapped into place during installation. Model number CESL401-06 and SKU number 201-462 are printed on a white label on the top of the fixture.. Recalled by Cordelia Lighting Inc., Rancho Dominguez, Calif.. Units affected: About 222,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The lamp sockets can allow loose connections, posing a risk of an electrical arc and fire.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the shop lights and return them to any Home Depot store for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 22, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14190.