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Cooper Lighting Recalls Fluorescent Lighting Fixtures Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: July 15, 2015 Initiated: July 15, 2015 #15182

Product Description

This recall involves indoor 2-light fluorescent light fixtures that range in size from 18 inches to 4 feet long. The fixtures were sold in white and can be mounted from heights between 8 and 12 feet. A date code between 182 11 (July 1, 2011) and 090 15 (March 31, 2015) is affixed to the fixture near the ballast in a DDD YY format. Catalogue and model numbers are located on the second line of a label affixed to the inside of the fixture. Catalogue and model numbers included in the recall: DLE217RLP, DLE217RLPB, DLE 232RLP, DLE232RLPB, SL232R, SL232R/1, SL232RPC, SL232RTP, SLNR232R, SLNR232R/1, SLNR232RCHR, SLW232R, SLW232R/1, SNF115R, SNF117R, SNF125R, SNF217R, SSF217R, WP217R, WP217RNKLLU, WP232R, WP232RLU, WP232RNKL, WP232RNKLLU and WP232RNKLRL.

Reason for Recall

The socket can overheat, arc and melt, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the light fixture and contact Cooper Lighting for a free replacement.

Details

Units Affected
About 1.62 million (in addition, 27,000 units were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves indoor 2-light fluorescent light fixtures that range in size from 18 inches to 4 feet long. The fixtures were sold in white and can be mounted from heights between 8 and 12 feet. A date code between 182 11 (July 1, 2011) and 090 15 (March 31, 2015) is affixed to the fixture near the ballast in a DDD YY format. Catalogue and model numbers are located on the second line of a label affixed to the inside of the fixture. Catalogue and model numbers included in the recall: DLE217RLP, DLE217RLPB, DLE 232RLP, DLE232RLPB, SL232R, SL232R/1, SL232RPC, SL232RTP, SLNR232R, SLNR232R/1, SLNR232RCHR, SLW232R, SLW232R/1, SNF115R, SNF117R, SNF125R, SNF217R, SSF217R, WP217R, WP217RNKLLU, WP232R, WP232RLU, WP232RNKL, WP232RNKLLU and WP232RNKLRL.. Units affected: About 1.62 million (in addition, 27,000 units were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The socket can overheat, arc and melt, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the light fixture and contact Cooper Lighting for a free replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 15, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15182.