Recall #06-575 · Published August 15, 2006

Gotham 8-inch APR/APRH Down Lighting Fixtures

Gotham Light Fixtures Recalled Due to Risk of Falling Parts

CPSC published a recall notice for Gotham 8-inch APR/APRH Down Lighting Fixtures from Gotham Architectural Lighting division of Acuity Lighting Group on August 15, 2006. CPSC identifies this hazard: The reflector/trim pieces may not be properly attached to each other. The lower portion of the reflector/trim assembly could detach and fall from the ceiling, striking consumers. The official remedy states: Gotham Lighting is directly contacting facility managers and business owners to schedule an inspection and free repair. Contact Gotham Lighting if you have not been contacted yet.

Recalled Lighting Fixture
Recalled Lighting Fixture
Image: CPSC recall notice

What to check on the product label

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.

Affected model numbers

Additional identifying details

Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 8-INCH.

Which products are included?

The recalled lighting fixtures have clear, black, pewter, wheat, umber, gold or champagne gold finishes on the trim. Only models APR incandescent and APRH high-intensity discharge down lights with 8-inch openings are included in this recall.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The reflector/trim pieces may not be properly attached to each other. The lower portion of the reflector/trim assembly could detach and fall from the ceiling, striking consumers.

Incidents and injuries

Acuity Lighting Group has received three reports of the fixture's reflector parts falling. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Gotham Lighting is directly contacting facility managers and business owners to schedule an inspection and free repair. Contact Gotham Lighting if you have not been contacted yet.

Product and sales details

Brand
Gotham Architectural Lighting division of Acuity Lighting Group
Manufacturer
Gotham Architectural Lighting division of Acuity Lighting Group Inc., of Conyers, Ga.
Product type
Light fixtures
Recall number
06-575
Units
About 4,700
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Lighting and electrical supply distributors between March 2005 and June 2006 for between $85 and $220.

Gotham 8-inch APR/APRH Down Lighting Fixtures

CPSC product type: Lights & Accessories

Recall contact information

For more information, call 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

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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