Streetlights Recalled by Beacon Products Due to Injury Hazard to Passersby
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2006-10-25 · 07017
Hazards
The lighting fixtures could fall from their lamp posts due to a problem with the coupling system used to secure them. This poses a risk of injury for persons beneath the lighting fixtures.
Recall
Number
07017
Date
2006-10-25
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Pendant-Style Outdoor Lighting Fixtures
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Beacon Products Inc., of Sarasota, Fla.
Retailer(s)
Independent commercial lighting agents via catalogs from January 2001 through October 2004 for between $180 and $1,100 per fixture.
Country of manufacture
United States
Description
The pendant-style outdoor lighting fixtures were installed by municipalities and developers as subdivision and/or downtown urban streetlights. The lighting fixtures typically appear along sidewalks and smaller avenues. They are made of aluminum and sold in various colors. Some have glass covers. Recalled models include "Cambridge," "Capital," "Coal Miner," Depot," "F-10 Fitter," "F-13 Fitter," "F-21 Fitter," "F-35 Fitter," "Kings Park," "Magna," "Maritas," "Miramar," "Metropolis," "Neptune," "Pierwalk," "Radial Wave" and "Tivoli."