Ceiling Light Fixtures

Date

Feb. 15, 2005

Manufacturer

Sea Gull Lighting Products Inc., of Riverside, N.J.

CPSC title

CPSC, Sea Gull Lighting Products Announce Recall of Ceiling Light Fixtures

Products

Ceiling Light Fixtures

Description

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.

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.

Remedy

Consumers should contact Sea Gull Lighting to receive instructions on having the recalled ceiling light fixtures repaired by a licensed electrician.

Units

About 2,700

Injuries reported

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.

Made in

China

Consumer contact

Sea Gull Lighting at (800) 347-5483 between 7 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.seagulllighting.com

Recall number

05109

What should I do? Something you own was recalled. What now?

Source: CPSC · Consumer product record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.