The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·77012·Announced 1977-02-04

Eltrinic Fluorescent Under-Cabinet Light Fixtures Recalled for Electric Shock Risk

Eltrinic Corporation is recalling approximately 20,000 fluorescent under-cabinet light fixtures imported from Taiwan due to a defect capable of causing electric shock.

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 (electric shock) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Eltrinic Corporation, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced the recall of approximately 20,000 fluorescent under-cabinet light fixtures. These lights were imported from Taiwan and retailed for approximately $6.00. The products were sold in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Vermont, Ohio, Louisiana, and Wisconsin.

Engineering tests conducted by the CPSC indicate that the lights contain a defect capable of causing electric shock to users. There have been no known injuries associated with this product. The recalled lights are packaged in a blue box, marked with style number La-l, and consist of a 15-watt, 18-inch fluorescent bulb with a cord and two-prong plug.

Customers who have these lights should discontinue using them and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. For additional information, consumers should write to Eltrinic Corporation at 350 Fifth Avenue, Suite 3717, New York, New York 10001, or call 212/947-0888.

The recalled product

Product
Eltrinic fluorescent under the cabinet light fixtures
Manufacturer
Eltrinic Corporation
Category
Consumer Product — Lighting
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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