Recall #13-285 · Published September 12, 2013

Dongguan Young Long Electric Ceiling-Mounted Light Fixture

Ceiling-Mounted Light Fixtures Recalled by Dolan Designs Due to Fire and Shock Hazards

CPSC published a recall notice for Ceiling-Mounted Light Fixture from Dongguan Young Long Electric on September 12, 2013. CPSC identifies this hazard: The fixture's socket wire insulation can degrade and lead to charged wires becoming exposed, causing electricity to pass to the metal canopy of the fixture. This poses a fire and electric shock hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled light fixtures and return them to the place of purchase to obtain a free replacement fixture, or contact Dolan Designs to schedule a free in-home repair.

Model 502-30
Model 502-30
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.

Additional identifying details

The brand name and model number are on the inside of the fixture pan, visible when the glass shade is removed.

Which products are included?

This recall involves round ceiling-mounted light fixtures sold in satin nickel, bronze, polished brass, antique brass, white, or bronze finishes with a domed white or amber glass shade. The light fixture is 14 inches in diameter and 5.75 inches high and has two sockets marked "BO AN" which take 75 watt bulbs. The 16 recalled light fixtures were sold as Dolan Designs models 502-30, 522-09, 522-14, 522-18, 522-22, 522-30, 522-32, 522-60, 522-78, 5332-133, 5372-66, 5372-78, 5382-20, 5382-55, 5382-100 and 5392-20. The brand name and model number are on the inside of the fixture pan, visible when the glass shade is removed.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The fixture's socket wire insulation can degrade and lead to charged wires becoming exposed, causing electricity to pass to the metal canopy of the fixture. This poses a fire and electric shock hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

The firm has received two reports of defective fixtures. No injuries have been reported to the firm.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled light fixtures and return them to the place of purchase to obtain a free replacement fixture, or contact Dolan Designs to schedule a free in-home repair.

Remedy type: Replace, Repair

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Dongguan Young Long Electric Co. Ltd.
Product type
Light fixtures
Recall number
13-285
Units
About 8,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Builders Lighting, Globe Lighting, Seattle Lighting and other lighting showrooms nationwide and on-line at destinationlighting.com between September 2008 and October 2009 for about $47.
Importer
Dolan Designs Inc., of Portland, Ore.

Ceiling-Mounted Light Fixture

CPSC product type: Lights & Accessories

Recall contact information

Dolan Designs Inc; toll-free at (855) 553-6526, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday; or e-mail flushmountrecall@dolandesigns.com.

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

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