CPSC2006-12-28
Trim Assembly Kits for Recessed Light Fixtures Recalled By Progress Lighting Due To Risk of Falling Parts
Progress Lighting Inc., of Spartanburg, S.C.
Hazard
Heat from the light bulb can cause the fixture's plastic trim to soften and melt, causing the trim and lens to fall. This can result in laceration injuries to nearby consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recessed light fixtures containing the recalled trim rings immediately and contact Progress Lighting to arrange for installation of a replacement trim ring.
Sold at
Electrical and lighting distributors nationwide from July 2006 through December 2006 for between $9 and $27.
Affected count
About 12,800
Injuries reported
Progress Lighting has received four reports of the trims melting. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Trim Assembly Kits for Recessed Light Fixtures
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Progress Lighting toll-free at (877) 369-4548 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or log on to www.progresslighting.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Trim-Assembly-Kits-for-Recessed-Light-Fixtures-Recalled-By-Progress-Lighting-Due-To-Risk-of-Falling-PartsDon't want to check this manually?
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