Recall date:
November 10, 2016
Recall number:
17-030
Kichler Krystal Ice ceiling fixture (square chrome finish)
Recall Summary
Name of product:
Krystal Ice ceiling fixtures
Hazard:
The 40-watt halogen bulbs sold
with the ceiling fixtures burn too hot for the electrical supply wires
in the ceiling, posing a fire hazard. The fixtures also pose a fire
hazard in homes with older wiring, even if used with lower wattage
bulbs.
Remedy:
Consumer Contact:
Kichler at 800-554-6504 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.kichler.com and click on “Safety Information” under the “Helpful Information” section at the bottom of the page for more information.
Recall Details
In Conjunction With:
Units:
About 68,600 (in addition, about 2,300 were sold in Canada)
Description:
This recall
involves four style numbers of Kichler Krystal Ice flush mount ceiling
fixtures with square or cylindrical chrome or bronze-colored metal cage
shades and clear crystal accents. They were sold with four 40-watt light
bulbs. Style numbers include 38182, 38183, 38198, and 38199. The style
numbers and “Kichler Home Center” are printed on the inside of the
canopy.
Incidents/Injuries:
None reported
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately
stop using the recalled ceiling fixtures and remove the 40-watt bulbs.
Contact Kichler for free 25 watt bulbs and new warning labels. The new
labels identify 25-watts as the maximum allowable wattage and the
appropriate home wiring (90°C supply wire) for use with the fixture.
Consumers with older homes built before 1985 without upgraded wiring can
contact the firm for a full refund. Consumers who are uncertain if
their home’s wiring has been upgraded can contact Kichler for more
information about an inspection by a licensed electrician.
Sold At:
Lowe’s from April 2015 through June 2016 and lighting showrooms from January 2016 through August 2016 for about $120.
Importer(s):
The L.D. Kichler Co., of Cleveland, Ohio
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