CPSC recall 00-069, announced February 16, 2000, covers TSI Prime Light fixtures (about 126,000 units). The light fixtures can short circuit, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should stop using these lights immediately, and call TSI Prime, to arrange for a free replacement. Recall contact: call (877) 317-9237.
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Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
A sticker on the fixture near the base of one of the light sockets reads, "MADE IN CHINA," and "E181045." If the light fixture has the E181045 number, call TSI Prime for information to determine if it is part of the recall.
Which products are included?
The recall involves a four-bulb, flush-mount ceiling light fixture. The fixture has an eight-sided glass and brass enclosure. A sticker on the fixture near the base of one of the light sockets reads, "MADE IN CHINA," and "E181045." If the light fixture has the E181045 number, call TSI Prime for information to determine if it is part of the recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Where to look
a sticker on the fixture
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- January 1998 through January 2000
- Price paid
- $16 to $25
Why it was recalled
The light fixtures can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
TSI Prime has received three reports of these light fixtures short circuiting, resulting in scorch marks on ceilings. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these lights immediately, and call TSI Prime, to arrange for a free replacement.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call (877) 317-9237.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- TSI Prime
- Product type
- Light fixtures
- Recall number
- 00-069
- Units
- About 126,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Wal-Mart and Lowe's stores nationwide sold the light fixtures for between $16 and $25. Wal-Mart sold the fixtures individually packaged from February 1998 through March 1999. Lowe's sold the fixtures in two-packs from January 1998 through January 2000.
- Importer
- TSI Prime Inc., of Coppell, Texas
Light fixtures
CPSC product type: Lights & Accessories
This recall in context
Compared with the 64 light fixture recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 126,000 units: the 3rd-largest of 60 light fixture recalls that state a unit count. The median is 2,730 units.
- Hazard
- Fire: named in 17 of 64 light fixture recalls.
- Time on sale
- About 2 years. Recalled 1 month after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
For more information, call TSI Prime toll-free at (877) 317-9237 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
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