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Product recall · CPSCMarch 19, 2008Serious
Progress Lighting Ceiling-Mounted Outdoor Light Fixtures; Lights Can Fall Off Mounting and Injure Consumers
Check whether yours is affected, then follow the instructions below.
What’s wrong
A weld that affixes a mounting bracket to the ceiling pan can fail, which can cause the fixture to fall and injure nearby persons.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall 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 contact Progress Lighting to schedule a free repair of the lighting fixture.
Who to contact: For more information, contact Progress Lighting toll-free at (866) 418-5543 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.progresslighting.com
The product
Only Progress Lighting ceiling-mounted outdoor light fixtures with model numbers P5526-20 and P5526-44 are included in the recall. The light fixtures have three flame-shaped lights inside a beveled glass and solid frame. The fixtures require (3) 60-watt light bulbs. "Made in/Hecho En/Fabrique Aux China" and the model numbers are written on the packaging of the product.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,000
- Recall date
- March 19, 2008
- Brand
- Pegtom, of Hong Ding, China, Progress Lighting, of Greenville, S.C.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Progress Lighting has received six reports of fixtures falling. No property damage or injuries have been reported.
P5526-20
Electrical and lighting distributors nationwide from January 2007 through November 2007 for about $200.
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: “Progress Lighting Recalls Ceiling-Mounted Outdoor Light Fixtures; Lights Can Fall Off Mounting and Injure Consumers”
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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