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CPSCRecalled Nov 5, 2013 · #14013

Cooper Crouse-Hinds Recalls Ceiling Boxes Designed to Support Ceiling Light Fixtures Due to Impact Hazard

Hazard

The ceiling box can crack causing the light fixture to fall from the ceiling, posing an impact hazard to consumers.

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Description

This recall involves five models of Cooper Crouse-Hinds non-metallic, polycarbonate ceiling boxes with manufacturer or part numbers TP16002, TP16022, TP16023, TP16122 and TP16307. The black, round ceiling boxes are 1.5 to 2.25-inches deep and measure between 3.5 and 4-inches in diameter. These devices are used in the installation of ceiling lighting. "CROUSE-HINDS" and "14.8 CU. IN" or "20.8 CU. IN." appear inside the box. The part number is on the product's packaging.

Product details

Product
Ceiling boxes
Type
Electric Wire or Wiring Systems
Manufacturer
Cooper Crouse-Hinds, LLC, of Syracuse, N.Y.
Model numbers
TP16002, TP16022, TP16023, TP16122, TP16307
UPCs
Sold at
Electrical supply stores and sales to commercial contractors, professional installers and other end users by authorized distributors nationwide from December 2012 to April 2013 for between $1.50 and $4.
Made in
United States

What you should do

Consumers should immediately contact Cooper Crouse-Hinds to determine if their product is recalled and whether they will receive a full refund, a free replacement, or a free repair of the ceiling box. If unable to determine via phone, Cooper Crouse-Hinds will send a representative to conduct an on-site identification of the recalled product.

View the official CPSC notice