CPSC2006-12-29
Trim Assembly Kits for Recessed Light Fixtures Recalled By Prescolite Inc. Due to Risk of Falling Parts
Prescolite 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 immediately stop using the light fixtures containing the recalled trim rings and contact Prescolite to arrange for installation of a replacement trim ring.
Sold at
Electrical and lighting distributors nationwide from May 2006 through December 2006 for between $9 and $17.
Affected count
About 700
Injuries reported
Prescolite Inc. has received three 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 Prescolite toll-free at (866) 269-6318 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or log on to www.prescolite.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Trim-Assembly-Kits-for-Recessed-Light-Fixtures-Recalled-By-Prescolite-Inc-Due-to-Risk-of-Falling-PartsDon't want to check this manually?
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