CPSCGeneral Alert

Lithonia Lighting Recalls Emergency Lights Due to Fire Hazard

Name: Lithonia Lighting Recalls Emergency Lights Due to Fire Hazard
Brand: Acuity Brands Lighting, of Conyers, Ga.
SKU: CPSC-14194
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 1.0 (1 reviews)

Veröffentlicht: 28. Mai 2014Rückruf-ID: 14194Kategorie: VerbraucherprodukteLand: Vereinigte Staaten

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Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr

The circuit board can overheat and cause the fixture to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation

This recall involves the Quantum® series ELM and ELM2 emergency light fixtures. They are about 12.5-inches wide, 5-inches high and 3.75-inches deep in white or black plastic and have two incandescent lights and a rechargeable lead acid battery. ELM or ELM2 appears on the label inside the fixture's plastic housing above the battery. The recalled units have circuit boards that are green on both sides and either Rev B or Rev C printed in the top left corner. Emergency lights with circuit boards that are beige on one side and ELM2 LED, ELM2 SD and ELM2 WRS fixtures are not included in the recall.

Betroffene Produkte

Quantum® ELM and ELM2 two-light emergency fixture

Additional Source Details

Field	Value
U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Lithonia-Lighting-Recalls-Emergency-Lights
Title	Lithonia Lighting Recalls Emergency Lights Due to Fire Hazard
Images › 1 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2014.14194.EML_LARGE.jpg
Images › 1 › Caption	Recalled Quantum ELM light fixture
Images › 2 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2014.14194.ELM2_LARGE.jpg
Images › 2 › Caption	Recalled Quantum ELM2 light fixture
Images › 3 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2014.14194.Label_LARGE.jpg
Images › 3 › Caption	ELM or ELM2 appears on the label inside the fixture’s housing.
Hazards › Name	The circuit board can overheat and cause the fixture to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Injuries › Name	Lithonia Lighting has received 29 reports of circuit boards overheating and fixtures melting or catching fire, with one incident resulting in more than $100,000 of property damage to an office building. No injuries have been reported.
Products › Name	Quantum® ELM and ELM2 two-light emergency fixture
Products › Type	Lights & Signs (Emergency & Exit)
Products › Category I D	2030
Products › Number Of Units	About 1.7 million
Recall I D	1696
Remedies › Name	Consumers should contact Lithonia Lighting to receive detailed instructions on how to locate the circuit board and series name and to order a free repair kit, which includes a new circuit board.
Importers › Name	Acuity Brands Lighting, of Conyers, Ga.
Retailers › Name	Electrical distributors, The Home Depot, W.W. Grainger, Inc. stores and other retailers nationwide and online at grainger.com and amazon.com from March 2010 through February 2014 for between $35 and $55.
Recall Date	2014-05-28T00:00:00
Description	This recall involves the Quantum® series ELM and ELM2 emergency light fixtures. They are about 12.5-inches wide, 5-inches high and 3.75-inches deep in white or black plastic and have two incandescent lights and a rechargeable lead acid battery. ELM or ELM2 appears on the label inside the fixture's plastic housing above the battery. The recalled units have circuit boards that are green on both sides and either Rev B or Rev C printed in the top left corner. Emergency lights with circuit boards that are beige on one side and ELM2 LED, ELM2 SD and ELM2 WRS fixtures are not included in the recall.
Recall Number	14194
Manufacturers › Name	Acuity Brands Lighting, of Conyers, Ga.
Remedy Options › Option	Repair
Consumer Contact	Lithonia Lighting toll-free at (888) 615-4501from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.lithonia.com and click on 'Prior Recalls' at the bottom of the page and then "Quantum ELM/ELM2 Recall" for more information.
Last Publish Date	2015-12-14T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › Country	Mexico

Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately

Safety Steps

1Verify Product Identifiers

Check the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.

2Isolate & Discontinue Use

Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.

3Claim Free Statutory Remedy

Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.

4Report Adverse Incidents

If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).

Your Legal Rights as a Consumer

Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall

FAQ Guide

Q1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Lithonia Lighting Recalls Emergency Lights Due to Fire Hazard?

Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.

Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?

Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.

Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?

In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.

Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?

This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.

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Recall Hazard Severity

Caution (Class III)

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