Gotham Lighting · Recalled
Gotham Lighting Recalls Compact Fluorescent Recessed Ceiling Lights; Can Fail to Work in an Emergency
The relay on the backup battery of the lights could be programmed incorrectly and prevent the lights from functioning in an emergency.
- Units
- About 30,000
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $250–$350
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
Only Gotham Compact Fluorescent Downlights sold with the optional backup battery pack are included in the recall. The lights are recessed ceiling lights that were manufactured between November 1, 2007 and July 31, 2008.
The file
- Sold at
- Electrical distributors and sales representatives nationwide from November 2007 through July 2008 for between $250 and $350.
- Product type
- Lights & Accessories
- Made in
- China, United States
- Recalled by
- Gotham Lighting, of Conyers, Ga.
Incident log
No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should inspect the fixtures immediately and contact Gotham Lighting to receive a repair for the light fixture.
For additional information, contact Gotham Lighting at (800) 315-4982 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.gothamlighting.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated SEP 23 2008; last revised MAY 23 2014.
