CPSC, Lamson & Sessions Inc. Announce Recall of Drop-In Floor Box

Recalled February 12, 2004 · CPSC recall 04083 · Lamson & Sessions

Hazard

The recalled floor boxes contain undersized wires and are wired with the polarity reversed. These problems present a risk of shock or electrocution and a possible fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should contact Lamson & Sessions to arrange for a free replacement.

Units

7,000

Incidents / injuries

No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Description

These Drop-In Floor Boxes are used to provide an extra electric outlet in the floor. The floor boxes are pre-wired electrical receptacles to be installed in the floor. They were sold under the Carlon brand name as Model No. B112FBB. The product was sold as a kit that includes the floor box, wired receptacle, hole saw, and optional mounting plates.

What to do

Consumers should contact Lamson & Sessions to arrange for a free replacement.

Contact

Call Lamson & Sessions at (800) 505-5159 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Visit the firm's website: www.lamson-home.com/recalls.htm

Product

Drop-In Floor Box

Manufacturer(s)

Lamson & Sessions Inc. of Cleveland, Ohio

Retailers

The Home Depot, from December 2003 through January 2004, for about $30.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →