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Electronics & Technology/Smart Home

L.D. Kichler Recalls Ceiling Fixtures Due to Fire Hazard

Agency Publication Date: November 10, 2016
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Summary

The L.D. Kichler Co. is recalling about 68,600 Krystal Ice flush mount ceiling fixtures because the 40-watt halogen bulbs included with the product burn too hot for the electrical supply wires in the ceiling. Additionally, the fixtures pose a fire hazard in homes with older wiring even if lower wattage bulbs are used. These fixtures feature metal cage shades in square or cylindrical shapes with clear crystal accents and were sold at Lowe's and lighting showrooms nationwide between April 2015 and August 2016. Consumers should immediately stop using the fixtures, remove the bulbs, and contact Kichler for replacement parts or a refund.

Risk

The included 40-watt bulbs generate excessive heat that can damage ceiling supply wires, and the fixture itself is incompatible with older home wiring systems, both of which can lead to a fire.

What You Should Do

  1. Immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fixtures and remove the 40-watt light bulbs.
  2. Check the inside of the fixture's canopy for the name 'Kichler Home Center' and style numbers 38182, 38183, 38198, or 38199 to confirm if your product is affected.
  3. Contact Kichler at 800-554-6504 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.kichler.com to receive free 25-watt bulbs and new warning labels that identify the correct wattage and wiring requirements.
  4. If your home was built before 1985 and has not had the wiring upgraded, contact Kichler at 800-554-6504 to request a full refund.
  5. If you are unsure if your home's wiring is compatible, contact Kichler at 800-554-6504 for information regarding an inspection by a licensed electrician.
  6. For further information or questions, contact the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772.

Your Remedy Options

📋Refund, Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fixtures and remove the 40-watt bulbs. Contact Kichler for free 25 watt bulbs and new warning labels. The new labels identify 25-watts as the maximum allowable wattage and the appropriate home wiring (90°C supply wire) for use with the fixture. Consumers with older homes built before 1985 without upgraded wiring can contact the firm for a full refund. Consumers who are uncertain if their home's wiring has been upgraded can contact Kichler for more information about an inspection by a licensed electrician.

Contact: Kichler at 800-554-6504 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.kichler.com and click on "Safety Information" under the "Helpful Information" section at the bottom of the page for more information.

Affected Products

Product: Krystal Ice Square Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture (Chrome finish)
Model:
38182
Date Ranges: April 2015 - August 2016
Product: Krystal Ice Cylindrical Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture (Chrome finish)
Model:
38183
Date Ranges: April 2015 - August 2016
Product: Krystal Ice Square Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture (Bronze finish)
Model:
38198
Date Ranges: April 2015 - August 2016
Product: Krystal Ice Cylindrical Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture (Bronze finish)
Model:
38199
Date Ranges: April 2015 - August 2016

Product Images

Kichler Krystal Ice ceiling fixture (square chrome finish)

Kichler Krystal Ice ceiling fixture (square chrome finish)

Kichler Krystal Ice ceiling fixture (cylindrical chrome finish)

Kichler Krystal Ice ceiling fixture (cylindrical chrome finish)

Kichler Krystal Ice ceiling fixture (square bronze finish)

Kichler Krystal Ice ceiling fixture (square bronze finish)

Kichler Krystal Ice ceiling fixture (cylindrical bronze finish)

Kichler Krystal Ice ceiling fixture (cylindrical bronze finish)

Example of label with style number inside of canopy

Example of label with style number inside of canopy

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 17030
Status: Active
Sold By: Lowe's from April 2015 through June 2016 and lighting showrooms from January 2016 through August 2016 for about $120.
Manufactured In: China
Units Affected: About 68,600 (in addition, about 2,300 were sold in Canada)
Distributed To: Nationwide
Importer: The L.D. Kichler Co., of Cleveland, Ohio
Contact: Kichler at 800-554-6504 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.kichler.com and click on "Safety Information" under the "Helpful Information" section at the bottom of the page for more information.
Agency Last Updated: November 10, 2016

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