The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08335·Announced 2008-07-22

Lithonia Lighting Recalls Indoor Fixtures Due to Fire Hazard

Lithonia Lighting is recalling about 1,200 indoor lighting fixtures because a missing thermal protector poses a risk of overheating and fire.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk of fire, which is a risk-of-harm product hazard, but the source explicitly states that no injuries or illnesses have been reported, meeting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Lithonia Lighting, of Conyers, Ga., is recalling about 1,200 indoor lighting fixtures. The recalled products are ceiling-mounted downlights, specifically model number LV3R, which is printed on a UL label inside the light's housing.

The recall is being issued because a thermal protector could be missing from the lighting fixtures, posing a risk of overheating and fire. No injuries or illnesses have been reported in connection with the use of these products.

The fixtures were sold through electrical distributors and electrical sales representatives nationwide from April 2007 through May 2008 for between $60 and $80. Consumers should immediately stop using the lighting fixtures and contact Lithonia Lighting to arrange for a free replacement fixture. For additional information, consumers can contact Lithonia Lighting at (800) 315-4935 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.lithonia.com.

The recalled product

Product
Indoor Lighting Fixtures
Manufacturer
Lithonia Lighting, of Conyers, Ga.
Category
Consumer Product — Lighting
Hazard
Affected units
1,200

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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