Recall #12-719 · Published February 8, 2012

Spectrum Home Furnishings Crystal chandeliers

Spectrum Home Furnishings Recalls Chandeliers Due to Injury Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Crystal chandeliers from Spectrum Home Furnishings on February 8, 2012. CPSC identifies this hazard: The recalled chandeliers contain a mounting loop that can fail during use causing the chandeliers to fall from the ceiling and injure bystanders under the chandelier. The official remedy states: Consumers should prevent people from going into immediate area under the chandeliers. Contact Spectrum Home Furnishings to receive a free replacement part, $150 to cover costs with replacement of the defective part, and a $25 incentive credit. Spectrum Home Furnishings is contacted all known purchasers.

Spectrum Home chandelier
Spectrum Home chandelier
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.

Additional identifying details

Both models have identical appearance, with one model number containing a different type of crystal.

Which products are included?

The recall involves three models of chandeliers with model numbers a83-21502/36+1, a83-1502/36+1 and a46-490/30 printed on the exterior of the box in which the products were shipped. Models a83-21502/36+1 and a83-1502/36+1 are clear crystal chandeliers measuring about 52-inches wide and 60-inches high. Both models have identical appearance, with one model number containing a different type of crystal. Model a46-490/30ed is black wrought iron with clear crystals measuring about 46 inches wide and 46 inches in height.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The recalled chandeliers contain a mounting loop that can fail during use causing the chandeliers to fall from the ceiling and injure bystanders under the chandelier.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received five reports of the chandeliers falling from the ceiling. No injuries have been reported. Approximately $1,000 in property damage has been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should prevent people from going into immediate area under the chandeliers. Contact Spectrum Home Furnishings to receive a free replacement part, $150 to cover costs with replacement of the defective part, and a $25 incentive credit. Spectrum Home Furnishings is contacted all known purchasers.

Remedy type: Replace

Product and sales details

Brand
Spectrum Home Furnishings
Product type
Light fixtures
Recall number
12-719
Units
About 165
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
The products were sold online from January 2007 through December 2010 for about $1,000 to $2,500 on the websites www.spectrumhome3.com, ww.spectrumhome4.com or www.gallery84.com.
Importer
Spectrum Home Furnishings of Farmingdale, N.J.

Crystal chandeliers

CPSC product type: Chandeliers and Sconces

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact Spectrum Home Furnishings at (800) 524-1539 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.spectrumhome3.com, www.spectrumhome4.com or www.gallery84.com and click the "recall" link in the top menu of the page.

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

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