Motion Sensing Security Lights Recalled by HeathCo due to Electrical Shock Hazard Sold Exclusively at Home Depot

Active Recall Announced July 26, 2012 CPSC #12236

Quick answer

Motion Sensing Security Lights Recalled by HeathCo due to Electrical Shock Hazard Sold Exclusively at Home Depot is CPSC recall #12236, announced on July 26, 2012. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Heath®/Zenith 270° Motion Security Lights with model number SL-5414-WH. It replaces a standard outdoor wall mounted light fixture and is designed to turn on when motion is detected at night. The product has two cone-shaped lightbulb receptacles attached to a round mounting plate. A small, rectangular motion sensor is attached to the mounting plate between the lightbulb receptacles. The unit is made of aluminum and plastic. It comes in white only. The brand name and model number are on a label located on the back of the motion sensor. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the light, turn off power to the unit at the circuit breaker or fuse panel and contact heathco for a free replacement light fixture.. Affected brand: HeathCo LLC.

Hazard

This recall involves Heath®/Zenith 270° Motion Security Lights with model number SL-5414-WH. It replaces a standard outdoor wall mounted light fixture and is designed to turn on when motion is detected at night. The product has two cone-shaped lightbulb receptacles attached to a round mounting plate. A small, rectangular motion sensor is attached to the mounting plate between the lightbulb receptacles. The unit is made of aluminum and plastic. It comes in white only. The brand name and model number are on a label located on the back of the motion sensor.

Affected products

Motion Security Lights

Recalled brands

HeathCo LLC

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the light, turn off power to the unit at the circuit breaker or fuse panel and contact HeathCo for a free replacement light fixture.

Recall date

July 26, 2012

Categories

Outdoor Electric Lighting Equipment

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #12236?

CPSC recall #12236 covers Motion Sensing Security Lights Recalled by HeathCo due to Electrical Shock Hazard Sold Exclusively at Home Depot, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on July 26, 2012. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Heath®/Zenith 270° Motion Security Lights with model number SL-5414-WH. It replaces a standard outdoor wall mounted light fixture and is designed to turn on when motion is detected at night. The product has two cone-shaped lightbulb receptacles attached to a round mounting plate. A small, rectangular motion sensor is attached to the mounting plate between the lightbulb receptacles. The unit is made of aluminum and plastic. It comes in white only. The brand name and model number are on a label located on the back of the motion sensor.

What is the remedy for recall #12236?

The CPSC remedy for recall #12236 is consumers should immediately stop using the light, turn off power to the unit at the circuit breaker or fuse panel and contact heathco for a free replacement light fixture.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Motion Sensing Security Lights Recalled by HeathCo due to Electrical Shock Hazard Sold Exclusively at Home Depot on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Motion-Sensing-Security-Lights-Recalled-by-HeathCo-due-to-Electrical-Shock-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-Home-Depot. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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