CPSC recall 14-242, announced July 29, 2014, covers Gray Glass Philips "Lightolier" brand AF4SY Decorative Glass Lens (about 7,500 units). The decorative glass lens can shatter and result in falling pieces of glass, posing a risk of laceration to the consumer. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately remove the recalled glass lens and contact Philips Lighting for a free replacement unit. Recall contact: call (800) 475-9840, go to www.philips.com/recall, or email glassaccessory@philips.com.
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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.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Philips "Lightolier" brand AF4SY decorative glass lenses used on various types of light fixtures. The clear glass lens, used to "soften" light with an additional lens layer, is 4 ¾ inches in diameter and 1/8 inch thick. The lenses were manufactured between January 2007 and December 2013. There are no markings on the product. The product number is on the packaging.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- When sold
- February 2007 through December 2013
- Price paid
- $25 to $50
Why it was recalled
The decorative glass lens can shatter and result in falling pieces of glass, posing a risk of laceration to the consumer.
Incidents and injuries
Philips has received one report of the glass lens breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the recalled glass lens and contact Philips Lighting for a free replacement unit.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Contact the firm. Call (800) 475-9840, go to www.philips.com/recall, or email glassaccessory@philips.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a replacement. The notice says the remedy is free.
- 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
- Gray Glass
- Manufacturer
- Gray Glass Company, of Queens Village, NY
- Recall number
- 14-242
- Units
- About 7,500
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Electrical wholesale distributors nationwide from February 2007 through December 2013 for between $25 and $50.
Philips "Lightolier" brand AF4SY Decorative Glass Lens
CPSC product type: Lights & Accessories
This recall in context
Compared with the 216 lighting and ceiling fan recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 7,500 units: the 104th-largest of 189 lighting and ceiling fan recalls that state a unit count. The median is 9,300 units.
- Hazard
- Laceration: named in 25 of 216 lighting and ceiling fan recalls.
- Remedy
- Replacement: offered in 42 of 216 lighting and ceiling fan recalls. The most common is refund (59).
- Time on sale
- About 7 years. Recalled 7 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
Philips Lighting North America Corporation at (800) 475-9840 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at glassaccessory@philips.com, or online at www.philips.com/recall and click on the drop down "United States/English" for a photographic list of all compatible light fixtures.
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