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Product recall · CPSCJune 19, 2012Serious
Bel Air Lighting Outdoor Wall Mount Lanterns
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
An electrical short circuit can occur in the lanterns' internal wiring, posing a risk of fire, burn and electric shock to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the lanterns and contact Bel Air Lighting for a free replacement lantern.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Bel Air Lighting at (800) 446-9092 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.safety-253366.info.
The product
This recall involves outdoor wall-mount lanterns made of cast aluminum in a rust color with beveled glass. A question mark shaped piece of metal connects the lantern body to the wall-mount plate. The lanterns were sold at Lowe's stores under the Portfolio brand name with item number 253366 and at lighting showrooms with item number 44181. The brand name and item number are printed on the product's packaging. Lanterns included in the recall are 19.25-inches tall by 9.75-inches wide by 9.25-inches deep and have a three-light candelabra base cluster inside. Part number "E194303" is printed on the base plate and on a label affixed to one of the light sockets.
Details
- Units affected
- About 99,700
- Recall date
- June 19, 2012
- Brand
- Zhongshan De Gao Lighting Co. Ltd., Zhongshan Huayi Lighting Co. Ltd., of Guangdong, China, Bel Air Lighting Inc., of Valencia, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received seven reports of incidents, including two reports of lanterns catching fire. No injuries have been reported.
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Lowe's stores and in lighting showrooms nationwide and at Lowes.com from June 2006 through May 2012 for about $48.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Bel Air Lighting Recalls Outdoor Wall Mount Lanterns Due to Fire, Burn and Shock Hazards”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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