Trim Assembly Kits for Recessed Light Fixtures Recalled By Prescolite Inc. Due to Risk of Falling Parts

Recalled December 29, 2006 · CPSC recall 07514 · Trim

Hazard

Heat from the light bulb can cause the fixture’s plastic trim to soften and melt, causing the trim and lens to fall. This can result in laceration injuries to nearby consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the light fixtures containing the recalled trim rings and contact Prescolite to arrange for installation of a replacement trim ring.

Units

About 700

Incidents / injuries

Prescolite Inc. has received three reports of the trims melting. No injuries have been reported.

Description

Trim assembly kits involved in this recall attach to recessed light fixtures installed primarily in bathroom ceilings. The trim assemblies include a 7 3/4-inch white plastic ring, a glass lens and a metal reflector. Affected models were made in China and have model numbers: TL60 and TL62. The model number and country of manufacture are located on a sticker attached to the inside and outside of the reflector. Models made in Mexico are not included this recall.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the light fixtures containing the recalled trim rings and contact Prescolite to arrange for installation of a replacement trim ring.

Contact

For more information, contact Prescolite toll-free at (866) 269-6318 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or log on to www.prescolite.com

Product

Trim Assembly Kits for Recessed Light Fixtures

Manufacturer(s)

Prescolite Inc., of Spartanburg, S.C.

Retailers

Electrical and lighting distributors nationwide from May 2006 through December 2006 for between $9 and $17.

Made in

China

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