CPSC recall 17-030, announced November 10, 2016, covers The L.D. Kichler Krystal Ice ceiling fixtures (about 68,600 units). The 40-watt halogen bulbs sold with the ceiling fixtures burn too hot for the electrical supply wires in the ceiling, posing a fire hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fixtures and remove the 40-watt bulbs. Recall contact: call 800-554-6504, or go to www.kichler.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 four style numbers of Kichler Krystal Ice flush mount ceiling fixtures with square or cylindrical chrome or bronze-colored metal cage shades and clear crystal accents. They were sold with four 40-watt light bulbs. Style numbers include 38182, 38183, 38198, and 38199. The style numbers and "Kichler Home Center" are printed on the inside of the canopy.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Also in the notice
- Item or SKU numbers. Compare these as well.
- Where to look
the inside of the canopy
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- April 2015 through August 2016
- Where sold
- Lowe's, among the sellers the notice names
- Price paid
- $120
Why it was recalled
The 40-watt halogen bulbs sold with the ceiling fixtures burn too hot for the electrical supply wires in the ceiling, posing a fire hazard. The fixtures also pose a fire hazard in homes with older wiring, even if used with lower wattage bulbs.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fixtures and remove the 40-watt bulbs. Contact Kichler for free 25 watt bulbs and new warning labels. The new labels identify 25-watts as the maximum allowable wattage and the appropriate home wiring (90°C supply wire) for use with the fixture. Consumers with older homes built before 1985 without upgraded wiring can contact the firm for a full refund. Consumers who are uncertain if their home's wiring has been upgraded can contact Kichler for more information about an inspection by a licensed electrician.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call 800-554-6504, or go to www.kichler.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a refund or a repair. 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
- The L.D. Kichler
- Product type
- Light fixtures
- Recall number
- 17-030
- Units
- About 68,600 (in addition, about 2,300 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Lowe's from April 2015 through June 2016 and lighting showrooms from January 2016 through August 2016 for about $120.
- Importer
- The L.D. Kichler Co., of Cleveland, Ohio
This recall in context
Compared with the 64 light fixture recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 68,600 units: the 7th-largest of 60 light fixture recalls that state a unit count. The median is 2,730 units.
- Hazards
- Fire: named in 17 of 64 light fixture recalls. Burn: named in 6 of 64 light fixture recalls.
- Remedy
- Refund: offered in 7 of 64 light fixture recalls. Repair: offered in 26 of 64 light fixture recalls, the most common remedy.
- Brand history
- The L.D. Kichler is named in 2 CPSC notices in this index, from 2013 to 2016. This recall is the most recent. The one before: The L.D. Kichler Aztec Light Chandeliers (13-222, Jun 2013). 2 of them are light fixture recalls.
- Time on sale
- 17 months. Recalled 3 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
Kichler at 800-554-6504 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.kichler.com and click on "Safety Information" under the "Helpful Information" section at the bottom of the page for more information.
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