Westinghouse Lighting recalls glass shade holders due to risk of electrical shock; sold at Home Depot Stores.
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Glass Shade Holders
Hazard: The pull chain switch on the glass shade holder is incorrectly wired, posing a shock hazard to the consumer.
Remedy: Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shade holders and contact Westinghouse Lighting to request a free replacement holder kit.
Consumer Contact: Westinghouse Lighting toll-free at (888) 417-6222 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online atwww.westinghouselighting.com and click on the safety notice at the top of the page for more information. http://www.cpsc.gov/en/
Recall Details
Units: About 5,000
Description: This recall involves Westinghouse Lighting brand 3 ¼ inch round glass shade holders. The ceiling-mounted holders have model number 70242 and product date code “2014 APR” stamped on the bottom of the holder, near the socket. The brass-plated shade holders have a 2 ½ inch pull chain and are used with round globe or decorative shaped glass shades with a 3 ¼ inch fitter.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Remedy:
Sold exclusively at: Home Depot stores nationwide from August 2014 through January 2015 for about $12.
Importer: Westinghouse Lighting, of Philadelphia, Pa.
Manufactured in: Taiwan