Recall #17-184 · Published July 5, 2017

Home Depot Product Authority Crystal chandeliers

Lumicentro Internacional with Home Depot Recalls Crystal Chandeliers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

CPSC published a recall notice for Crystal chandeliers from Home Depot Product Authority on July 5, 2017. CPSC identifies this hazard: The halogen bulbs sold with the chandeliers can melt parts of the fixture, posing fire and burn hazards. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chandeliers and contact Lumicentro Internacional S.A. for a free upgrade kit which includes 5 watt LED bulbs, suction cup, upgraded installation manual and new warning labels. The new labels identify that the fixture is only rated for LED bulbs with a maximum of 6.5 allowable wattage.

Hampton Bay 3-Light
Hampton Bay 3-Light
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 Hampton Bay 3-light chandelier has model number 03179-4 and the Home Decorators collection's model number is 19161-4.

Which products are included?

The recall involves Hampton Bay 3-Light Crystal Chandeliers and Home Decorators Collection 4-Light Crystal Chandeliers. The Hampton Bay 3-light chandelier has model number 03179-4 and the Home Decorators collection's model number is 19161-4. The model numbers can be found on the top of the unit. The chrome ceiling fixtures have dangling crystals, weigh about 16 pounds and have three or four 50-watt halogen bulbs.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The halogen bulbs sold with the chandeliers can melt parts of the fixture, posing fire and burn hazards.

Incidents and injuries

There have been 39 reports of plastic on the unit burning and melting, wires burned, or overheating in the 4-Light Chandelier and one report of the unit catching fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chandeliers and contact Lumicentro Internacional S.A. for a free upgrade kit which includes 5 watt LED bulbs, suction cup, upgraded installation manual and new warning labels. The new labels identify that the fixture is only rated for LED bulbs with a maximum of 6.5 allowable wattage.

Remedy type: Replace, Repair

Product and sales details

Product type
Light fixtures
Recall number
17-184
Units
About 10,500
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Home Depot stores in Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands sold the Hampton Bay 3-Light Crystal chandeliers from September 2013 through February 2017. Home Depot stores nationwide sold the Home Decorators Collection 4-Light Crystal chandeliers from October 2015 through February 2017. Both sold for about $220.
Importer
Home Depot Product Authority, LLC of Atlanta, Ga.
Distributor
Lumicentro Internacional S.A., of Panama

Recall contact information

Lumicentro Internacional toll-free at 888-356-6430 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.lumicentro.com and click on the recall link for more information.

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

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