August 27, 2008
Lithonia Lighting is recalling about 1,400 indoor lighting fixtures commonly used in stores and warehouses. The glass reflector can separate from the fixture and fall, posing a risk of injury to consumers below the fixture.
There has been one report of a glass reflector falling. No injuries have been reported.
The recall involves the Hi-Bay Indoor High-Intensity Discharge (HID) Fixtures, model numbers PG16A and PG21A. The fixture is intended for high-mounting heights (at least 20 feet above floor level) and is used in retail, warehouse and heavy manufacturing locations. The fixtures housing is made of die-cast aluminum.
The lights were sold by electrical distributors and sales representatives nationwide from January 2007 through May 2008 for between $280 and $350. They were made in the United States.
Consumers should inspect the fixtures immediately and take down any units with loose glass. Consumers should contact Lithonia Lighting to arrange for a free replacement.
For additional information, contact Lithonia Lighting at (800) 315-4963 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.lithonia.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
