CPSC2013-06-20
Kichler Lighting Recalls Chandeliers Due to Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores
The L.D. Kichler Co., of Cleveland, Ohio
Hazard
The chandelier's fixture loop that connects the hanging chain to the lamp can fail during use causing the chandelier to fall from the ceiling and injure bystanders.
Remedy
Consumers should prevent people from going into the immediate area under the chandeliers and contact Kichler for information on how to obtain a free repair kit or replacement for chandeliers that have fallen.
Sold at
Lowe's stores nationwide and at www.lowes.com from July 2006 through August 2011 for about $240.
Affected count
About 48,900
Injuries reported
Kichler Lighting has received six reports of the chandeliers falling from the ceiling. No injuries have been reported. Approximately $6,000 in property damage has been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Aztec Light Chandeliers
Consumer contact
Kichler Lighting's Home Center Division ("Aztec"); at (800) 554-6504, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.kichler.com and click on "Aztec" and then on "Model No. 34330 Safety Information" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Kichler-Lighting-Recalls-ChandeliersDon't want to check this manually?
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