Outdoor Lighting Fixtures Recalled by American Electric Lighting Due to Shock Hazard

Recalled March 3, 2010 · CPSC recall 10154 · Outdoor

Hazard

Improper wiring in the light fixtures poses a shock hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately disconnect power to the fixtures and contact American Electric Lighting to schedule a free inspection and repair.

Units

About 900

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

This recall involves model AVL outdoor lighting fixtures sold under the American Electric Lighting brand name. The light fixtures are intended for use in parking lots, roadways, commercial environments and office communities. "AVL" is printed on the reflector of each light fixture.

What to do

Consumers should immediately disconnect power to the fixtures and contact American Electric Lighting to schedule a free inspection and repair.

Contact

For additional information, contact American Electric Lighting at (800) 754-0463 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.americanelectriclighting.com

Product

Outdoor Lighting Fixtures

Manufacturer(s)

American Electric Lighting, a division of Acuity Brands Lighting Inc., of Conyers, Ga.

Distributed by

American Electric Lighting, a division of Acuity Brands Lighting Inc., of Conyers, Ga.

Retailers

Electrical distributors and electrical sales representatives nationwide from September 2008 through September 2009 for between $250 and $800.

Made in

Mexico

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