CPSC, Progress Lighting Announce Recall of Fluorescent Light Fixtures
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-02-11). Hazards: fire, burn. About 11,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04082 |
| Published | 2004-02-11 |
| Last updated | 2025-01-28 |
| Product category | Lights & Accessories |
| Products | Fluorescent Light Bathroom Fixtures |
| Firm named in the title | Progress Lighting |
| Firms | Progress Lighting, of Spartanburg, S.C. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Mexico, United States |
| Units (US) | 11,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Trade facets | electrical |
| Sold | Lighting and electrical supply distributors, and home improvement stores by special order, from January 1998 through April 2003, for between $225 and $270. |
Description
This recall involves linear light fixtures intended for use in bathrooms. The fixtures were sold in 2-, 3- and 4-foot lengths with a ribbed, plastic lens covering the fluorescent tube. The Progress Lighting catalog numbers are 717430-EBO, 717330-EBO and 717230-EBO. Catalog numbers and manufacturing dates can be found on the UL label located under the plastic lens. Fixtures included in this recall were manufactured from January 1998 through February 2003.
Hazard
The lamp holders on the fluorescent lights can overheat, causing the fixture to melt or burn, presenting a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should contact Progress Lighting for instructions on receiving a free replacement fixture.
Incidents and injuries
Progress Lighting has received four reports of fixtures overheating and burning, including one report of a fire causing smoke damage. No injuries have been reported.
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