Recall #07-017 · Published October 25, 2006

Beacon Products Pendant-Style Outdoor Lighting Fixtures

Streetlights Recalled by Beacon Products Due to Injury Hazard to Passersby

CPSC published a recall notice for Pendant-Style Outdoor Lighting Fixtures from Beacon Products on October 25, 2006. CPSC identifies this hazard: The lighting fixtures could fall from their lamp posts due to a problem with the coupling system used to secure them. This poses a risk of injury for persons beneath the lighting fixtures. The official remedy states: Persons responsible for maintaining outdoor lighting fixtures or streetlights should immediately cordon off the area underneath each lighting fixture and contact Beacon to receive free retrofit kits. Beacon will also reimburse labor costs up to $50 per lighting fixture.

Recalled Streetlights
Recalled Streetlights
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.

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.

Which products are included?

The pendant-style outdoor lighting fixtures were installed by municipalities and developers as subdivision and/or downtown urban streetlights. The lighting fixtures typically appear along sidewalks and smaller avenues. They are made of aluminum and sold in various colors. Some have glass covers. Recalled models include "Cambridge," "Capital," "Coal Miner," Depot," "F-10 Fitter," "F-13 Fitter," "F-21 Fitter," "F-35 Fitter," "Kings Park," "Magna," "Maritas," "Miramar," "Metropolis," "Neptune," "Pierwalk," "Radial Wave" and "Tivoli."

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The lighting fixtures could fall from their lamp posts due to a problem with the coupling system used to secure them. This poses a risk of injury for persons beneath the lighting fixtures.

Incidents and injuries

Beacon Products Inc., has received one reported incident involving an outdoor lighting fixture that fell from its lamp post because its coupling system had failed. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Official remedy

Persons responsible for maintaining outdoor lighting fixtures or streetlights should immediately cordon off the area underneath each lighting fixture and contact Beacon to receive free retrofit kits. Beacon will also reimburse labor costs up to $50 per lighting fixture.

Product and sales details

Brand
Beacon Products
Manufacturer
Beacon Products Inc., of Sarasota, Fla.
Product type
Light fixtures
Recall number
07-017
Units
About 1,500
Manufactured in
United States
Sold at / sales period
Independent commercial lighting agents via catalogs from January 2001 through October 2004 for between $180 and $1,100 per fixture.

Pendant-Style Outdoor Lighting Fixtures

CPSC product type: Lights & Accessories

Recall contact information

For more information, contact Beacon Products at (877) 755-9594 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.beaconproducts.com

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

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