Safety regulator, Sea Gull Lighting Products Announce Recall of Ceiling Light Fixtures
Recall 05109 · Feb 15, 2005 · Sea Gull Lighting Products Inc.
2,700
units affected
2,700
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 05109
- Date
- Feb 15, 2005
- Company
- Sea Gull Lighting Products Inc.
- Units affected
- 2,700
- Product
- Ceiling Light Fixtures
- Product type
- Lights & Accessories
- Hazard
- Cuts
The product
The light fixtures were sold in a variety of styles and shapes and hang from the ceiling. Only models 31021-794, 31022-794, 66022-794, 5217-02, 5217-746 and 5217-786 are included in the recall, due to a component part problem with the screw collar. The model number is printed on the inside of the light canopy, the round plate that attaches the light fixture to the ceiling, and on the light fixture packaging and receipts.
What can happen
Due to a manufacturing defect in a component part, the light fixture could fall and strike a person beneath the light fixture. The fixture also poses a laceration risk if the lamp breaks.
The fix
Consumers should contact Sea Gull Lighting to receive instructions on having the recalled ceiling light fixtures repaired by a licensed electrician.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Sea Gull Lighting has received two reports of light fixtures falling. There have been no reports of injuries.
- Sold at
- Home improvement outlets, lighting showrooms and contractors nationwide. Contractors sold and installed the 5217 model fixtures from October 2003 through October 2004, and the 31021, 31022 and 66022 models from June 2004 through October 2004 for between $300 and $400.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled ceiling light fixtures?
Consumers should contact Sea Gull Lighting to receive instructions on having the recalled ceiling light fixtures repaired by a licensed electrician.
What is the hazard?
Due to a manufacturing defect in a component part, the light fixture could fall and strike a person beneath the light fixture. The fixture also poses a laceration risk if the lamp breaks.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.