The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·19023·Announced 2018-10-25

CB2 Recalls Pendant Lights Due to Fire and Shock Hazards

CB2 is recalling Colby pendant lights because loose electrical wiring insulation poses fire and shock risks. No injuries have been reported.

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-harm product (fire and shock) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

CB2 is recalling its Colby lacquered wood and glass pendant light fixtures due to fire and shock hazards. The recalled lights are hanging ceiling fixtures that measure 17.5 inches long, featuring a clear glass shade with a 12-inch diameter and a 75-inch hanging cord. The insulation on the electrical wiring can come loose, creating a risk of fire or electric shock.

About 260 units were sold at CB2 stores nationwide and online at CB2.com from November 2017 through August 2018 for approximately $100. The lights were manufactured in India. No injuries or illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pendant lights and keep the light switch in the off position. They should contact CB2 to arrange for free removal of the recalled light and free installation of a replacement light. For more information, consumers can call CB2 at 800-451-8217 or visit www.cb2.com and click on “Product Recalls.”

The recalled product

Product
Pendant lights
Manufacturer
CB2, of Northbrook, Ill.
Category
Consumer Product — Lighting
Hazard
Affected units
260

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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