CPSC2014-08-26
Cree Recalls LED Light Fixtures Due to Laceration Hazard (Recall Alert)
Cree Inc., of Durham, N.C.
Hazard
The glass lens on the fixture can break, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy
Stop using the light fixtures immediately and contact Cree for free replacements. Cree is contacting purchasers directly.
Sold at
Wholesale electrical distributors and lighting contractors to businesses from January 2014 through April 2014 for approximately $350.
Affected count
About 10,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received 15 reports of the tempered glass lens breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
LED High-Bay Luminaires
Consumer contact
Cree Technical Support toll-free at (800) 425-4653 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or cxbseriesrecall@cree.com or online at www.cree.com and click on "Support" and then "CXB Series Recall" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Cree-Recalls-LED-Light-FixturesDon't want to check this manually?
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