CPSC, Sea Gull Lighting Inc. Announce Recall of Ceiling Light Fixtures

Recalled May 22, 2003 · CPSC recall 03130 · Sea Gull Lighting

Hazard

The wiring in the lights can short, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the lights immediately and contact the Sea Gull Lighting dealer from whom the light fixtures were purchased or the company, to receive a free replacement fixture.

Units

7,100

Incidents / injuries

Sea Gull has received two reports of the fixtures shorting out, though there have been no reports of fire or injuries.

Description

The recalled ceiling-mounted light fixtures come in six different models - 5359-01, 5359-02, 5359-15, 5370-15, 5370-98, and 5372-02 - which can only be accurately identified on the packaging or receipts. The white glass lights have an antique brass, polished brass, white, or brushed stainless finish and do not have any exposed screws. The light fixture is twisted into the base and locks in place. Because the light fixtures have no visible label or identifying marks on the outside, consumers are advised to look at the pictures or contact the company for more information.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the lights immediately and contact the Sea Gull Lighting dealer from whom the light fixtures were purchased or the company, to receive a free replacement fixture.

Contact

Call Sea Gull Lighting at (800) 347-5483 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit its website at www.seagulllighting.com

Product

Ceiling Light Fixtures

Distributed by

Sea Gull Lighting Inc., of Riverside, N.J.

Retailers

Electrical supply dealers and contractors sold and installed the fixtures, from July 2002 through February 2003. These fixtures were not sold at retail stores.

Made in

China

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