CPSC, Progress Lighting Announce Recall of Fluorescent Light Fixtures
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2004-02-11 · 04082
Hazards
The lamp holders on the fluorescent lights can overheat, causing the fixture to melt or burn, presenting a fire hazard.
Recall
Number
04082
Date
2004-02-11
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Fluorescent Light Bathroom Fixtures
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Progress Lighting, of Spartanburg, S.C.
Retailer(s)
Lighting and electrical supply distributors, and home improvement stores by special order, from January 1998 through April 2003, for between $225 and $270.
Country of manufacture
United States; Mexico
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.