CPSCGeneral Alert
Gotham Lighting Recalls Compact Fluorescent Recessed Ceiling Lights; Can Fail to...
Published: September 23, 2008Recall ID: 08405Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The relay on the backup battery of the lights could be programmed incorrectly and prevent the lights from functioning in an emergency.
Product Description & Identification
Only Gotham Compact Fluorescent Downlights sold with the optional backup battery pack are included in the recall. The lights are recessed ceiling lights that were manufactured between November 1, 2007 and July 31, 2008.
Affected Products
Gotham Compact Fluorescent Downlights (Recessed Ceiling Lights)
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Gotham-Lighting-Recalls-Compact-Fluorescent-Recessed-Ceiling-Lights-Can-Fail-to-Work-in-an-Emergency |
| Title | Gotham Lighting Recalls Compact Fluorescent Recessed Ceiling Lights; Can Fail to Work in an Emergency |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/54db93fce5fd4d40a86d79b695269fb5.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Ceiling Light |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/d16b266e7def44f4b008526fd27dc27e.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Ceiling Light |
| Hazards › Name | The relay on the backup battery of the lights could be programmed incorrectly and prevent the lights from functioning in an emergency. |
| Injuries › Name | No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Gotham Compact Fluorescent Downlights (Recessed Ceiling Lights) |
| Products › Type | Lights & Accessories |
| Products › Category I D | 2029 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 30,000 |
| Recall I D | 4468 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should inspect the fixtures immediately and contact Gotham Lighting to receive a repair for the light fixture. |
| Retailers › Name | Electrical distributors and sales representatives nationwide from November 2007 through July 2008 for between $250 and $350. |
| Recall Date | 2008-09-23T00:00:00 |
| Description | Only Gotham Compact Fluorescent Downlights sold with the optional backup battery pack are included in the recall. The lights are recessed ceiling lights that were manufactured between November 1, 2007 and July 31, 2008. |
| Recall Number | 08405 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Gotham Lighting, of Conyers, Ga. |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact Gotham Lighting at (800) 315-4982 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.gothamlighting.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › 1 › Country | United States |
| Manufacturer Countries › 2 › Country | China |