Dolan Northwest Recalls Design Classics Chandeliers Due to Falling Hazard
Dolan Northwest is recalling Design Classics chandeliers because the top loop can break, causing the fixture to fall and pose impact and laceration risks.
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 where injury has not yet been reported, but property damage has occurred, fitting the High severity criteria.
Plain-English summary
Dolan Northwest LLC is recalling approximately 260 Design Classics chandeliers with model number 161-78. The recall is due to a defect where the top loop of the fixture can bend and break, causing the chandelier to fall. This poses an impact and laceration hazard to consumers.
The recalled chandeliers have nine individual light sockets, white glass cylinder shades, and a bronze finish. They are 28¼ inches tall and 31¼ inches wide. The model number and date of manufacture are printed on a label on the underside of the ceiling canopy. The dates of manufacture included in the recall are between November 1, 2012, and November 15, 2015.
The company has received four reports of the top loop failing, resulting in one report of property damage to the floor. No injuries have been reported. The chandeliers were sold at Seattle Lighting, Globe Lighting, and Builders Lighting showrooms in the Pacific Northwest and online at DestinationLighting.com from November 2012 through May 2017 for about $390.
Consumers should prevent people from going into the immediate area underneath the chandelier. They should contact Dolan Northwest to receive a free repair. Consumers can reach the company toll-free at 888-213-5758 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or by email at [email protected].
The recalled product
- Product
- Design Classics Chandeliers
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 260
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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