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What’s wrong
The top loop of the fixture can bend and break causing the chandelier to fall, posing an impact and laceration hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Risk of severe physical injury.
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.

Recall image provided by CPSC

What to do
Consumers should prevent people from going into the immediate area underneath the chandelier. Contact Dolan Northwest to receive a free repair.
Who to contact: Dolan Northwest toll-free at 888-213-5758 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email recall@dolanco.com or online at www.seattlelighting.com, www.globelighting.com, www.builderslighting.com, or www.destinationlighting.com and click on “Recalls” for more information.
The product
This recall involves Design Classics chandeliers with model number 161-78. The chandelier has nine individual light sockets and white glass cylinder shades over each socket. They are 28¼ inches tall and 31¼ inches wide with a Bronze finish. Model number 161-78 and the date of manufacture are printed on a label affixed to the underside of the ceiling canopy. Dates of manufacture included in the recall are between 01November2012 and 15November2015.
Details
- Units affected
- About 260
- Recall date
- June 27, 2019
- Brand
- Dolan Northwest LLC, of Portland, Ore., dba Seattle Lighting, Globe Lighting, Builders Lighting and Destination Lighting
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received four reports of the top loop failing causing the chandelier to fall, resulting in one report of property damage to the floor under the chandelier. No injuries have been reported.
Seattle Lighting, Globe Lighting and Builders Lighting showrooms in the Pacific Northwest and online at DestinationLighting.com from November 2012 through May 2017 for about $390.
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: “Chandeliers Recalled by Dolan Northwest Due to Impact and Laceration Hazards”
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