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CPSC recall · Reported June 7, 2017

Lithonia Lighting Recalls to Repair Ceiling Light Fixtures Due to Impact Hazard

The plastic diffuser lens can detach and fall unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury from impact.

Recall #
17172
Affected scope
About 5,600
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Lithonia Lighting, a division of Acuity Brands Lighting Inc., of Conyers, Ga. recalled This recall involves Lithonia Lighting LBL4W model ceiling light fixtures which are used ….

Lithonia Lighting Recalls to Repair Ceiling Light Fixtures Due to Impact Hazard was recalled by Lithonia Lighting, a division of Acuity Brands Lighting Inc., of Conyers, Ga. in June 7, 2017. Reason: The plastic diffuser lens can detach and fall unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury from impact.. Remedy: Consumers should remove the lens and contact Lithonia Lighting to receive a free lens to …. Verify recall #17172 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Lithonia Lighting, a division of Acuity Brands Lighting Inc., of Conyers, Ga. issued this CPSC recall-The plastic diffuser lens can detach and fall unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury from impact..

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #17172 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 Lithonia Lighting LBL4W model ceiling light fixtures which are used indoors in commercial applications such as offices, schools, closets, hallways and stairwells. The fixtures are painted white metal and measure about four feet long with a low profile, curved plastic diffuser lens (cover). The plastic diffuser lens measures 4 feet long by 15 inches wide. Only fixtures manufactured between February 2016 and March 2017 are included in this recall. Lithonia Lighting, the model number and the date of manufacture are printed on a label attached to the fixture's housing. The date code is in the MM/DD/YY format on the fixture's housing.

Reason for recall

The plastic diffuser lens can detach and fall unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury from impact.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should remove the lens and contact Lithonia Lighting to receive a free lens to repair the unit. Consumers should prevent people from going into the immediate area under the fixtures until the lenses are repaired. A video showing proper lens removal and repair is available at www.lithonia.com/LBL4Wvideo.

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 17172
Date reported June 7, 2017
Date initiated June 7, 2017
Recalling firm Lithonia Lighting, a division of Acuity Brands Lighting Inc., of Conyers, Ga.
Affected scope About 5,600
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 remove the lens and contact Lithonia Lighting to receive a free lens to repair the unit. Consumers should preven…

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  • 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

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Lithonia Lighting LBL4W model ceiling light fixtures which are used indoors in commercial applications such as offices, schools, closets, hallways and stairwells. The fixtures are painted white metal and measure about four feet long with a low profile, curved plastic diffuser lens (cover). The plastic diffuser lens measures 4 feet long by 15 inches wide. Only fixtures manufactured between February 2016 and March 2017 are included in this recall. Lithonia Lighting, the model number and the date of manufacture are printed on a label attached to the fixture's housing. The date code is in the MM/DD/YY format on the fixture's housing.. Recalled by Lithonia Lighting, a division of Acuity Brands Lighting Inc., of Conyers, Ga.. Units affected: About 5,600.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The plastic diffuser lens can detach and fall unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury from impact.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should remove the lens and contact Lithonia Lighting to receive a free lens to repair the unit. Consumers should prevent people from going into the immediate area under the fixtures until the lenses are repaired. A video showing proper lens removal and repair is available at www.lithonia.com/LBL4Wvideo.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 7, 2017. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 17172.
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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