Recall #19-009 · Published October 11, 2018

All-Pro and Defiant solar-powered outdoor LED light fixtures

Cooper Lighting Recalls Solar/Battery Powered Light Fixtures Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for All-Pro and Defiant solar-powered outdoor LED light fixtures from Cooper Lighting, LLC, Peachtree City, Ga., a division on October 11, 2018. CPSC identifies this hazard: The batteries in the solar-powered light fixtures can overheat and cause the light fixture's housing to melt, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lighting fixtures and contact the Eaton Customer Service Center for a free replacement battery pack. Eaton will ship the replacement battery pack with step-by-step battery replacement instructions.

The recalled Defiant MST1000LWDF solar-powered motion-activated outdoor LDC light.
The recalled Defiant MST1000LWDF solar-powered motion-activated outdoor LDC 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.

Additional identifying details

The model number is displayed on the interior of the fixture.

Which products are included?

This recall involves solar-powered, motion-activated outdoor LED light fixtures sold under the All-Pro and Defiant brands. The model number is displayed on the interior of the fixture. The Defiant MST1000LWDF, All-Pro MST800L, and All-Pro MST800LW all have two light sources on top of a housing with a round motion sensor on the bottom of that housing. The All-Pro WPS2040M has a flat housing with the LED light source in the center of the housing and an integrated motion sensor lens and dimmer above the motion sensor. All the light fixtures are connected by wire to a solar panel. Brand Model Number Defiant MST1000LWDF All-Pro MST800L All-Pro MST800LW All-Pro WPS2040M

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The batteries in the solar-powered light fixtures can overheat and cause the light fixture's housing to melt, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

Cooper Lighting has received seven reports of light fixtures overheating and property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lighting fixtures and contact the Eaton Customer Service Center for a free replacement battery pack. Eaton will ship the replacement battery pack with step-by-step battery replacement instructions.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Brand
Cooper Lighting, LLC, Peachtree City, Ga., a division
Product type
Light fixtures
Recall number
19-009
Units
About 350,000 (in addition, about 11,963 were sold in Canada)
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Home Depot, Lowe's, and other stores nationwide from September 2015 through July 2018 for about $70 to $100.
Importer
Cooper Lighting, LLC, Peachtree City, Ga., a division of Eaton

Recall contact information

Cooper Lighting toll-free at 866-461-7819 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, email at LT-consumerreplacements@eaton.com or online at www.cooperlighting.com and click on “Safety Notices” under the Resources tab for more information.

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

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