CPSCAugust 7, 2008

Progress Lighting Recalls Indoor Light Fixtures

Progress Lighting Recalls Indoor Light Fixtures; Lights Can Unexpectedly Fall Posing an Impact Hazard

Why was Progress Lighting Recalls Indoor Light Fixtures recalled?

The ceiling-mount assembly that supports the light fixture can fail, causing the fixture to unexpectedly fall and injure consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should call 866-418-5543 to obtain a free repair kit and a certificate for a free installation of the repair kit by an electrician. Contact: For more information, contact Progress Lighting toll-free at (866) 418-5543 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.progresslighting.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Pendant-Style Ceiling-Mounted Indoor Light Fixtures
Company
Progress Lighting, of Greenville, S.C.
Quantity
About 6,000
Sold at
Electrical/lighting distributors and select Home Depot and Expo Design Centers nationwide from January 2005 through May 2008 for between $180 and $1,000.
Recall date
August 7, 2008
Incidents / injuries
Progress Lighting has received three reports of incidents, including one report of a fixture falling from the ceiling. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recall involves the following models of pendant-style ceiling-mounted light fixtures: P3601-09, P3602-09, P3603-09, P3603-09EXP, P3685-09, P3685-09EXP, P4260-09, P4261-09, P4261-09EXP and P4262-09. The product number is located inside the canopy located flush with the ceiling. The fixtures have frosted white glass and a brushed aluminum finish.

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