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CPSCRecalled Oct 25, 2006 · #07017

Streetlights Recalled by Beacon Products Due to Injury Hazard to Passersby

Hazard

The lighting fixtures could fall from their lamp posts due to a problem with the coupling system used to secure them. This poses a risk of injury for persons beneath the lighting fixtures.

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Description

The pendant-style outdoor lighting fixtures were installed by municipalities and developers as subdivision and/or downtown urban streetlights. The lighting fixtures typically appear along sidewalks and smaller avenues. They are made of aluminum and sold in various colors. Some have glass covers. Recalled models include "Cambridge," "Capital," "Coal Miner," Depot," "F-10 Fitter," "F-13 Fitter," "F-21 Fitter," "F-35 Fitter," "Kings Park," "Magna," "Maritas," "Miramar," "Metropolis," "Neptune," "Pierwalk," "Radial Wave" and "Tivoli."

Product details

Product
Pendant-Style Outdoor Lighting Fixtures
Type
Lights & Accessories
Manufacturer
Beacon Products Inc., of Sarasota, Fla.
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Independent commercial lighting agents via catalogs from January 2001 through October 2004 for between $180 and $1,100 per fixture.
Made in
United States

What you should do

Persons responsible for maintaining outdoor lighting fixtures or streetlights should immediately cordon off the area underneath each lighting fixture and contact Beacon to receive free retrofit kits. Beacon will also reimburse labor costs up to $50 per lighting fixture.

View the official CPSC notice