Ketra Recalls to Inspect Recessed Downlights Due to Electrical Shock Hazard

Active Recall Announced June 12, 2018 CPSC #18175

Quick answer

Ketra Recalls to Inspect Recessed Downlights Due to Electrical Shock Hazard is CPSC recall #18175, announced on June 12, 2018. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves the Ketra D3 recessed downlights produced between November 4, 2016 and March 14, 2018. The date code is located on a sticker attached to each unit and is in the format KWWYY representing WW-work week and YY-year of manufacture. Only downlights with date codes between K4816 and K1118 are included in this recall. The Ketra D3 downlight is typically installed behind a ceiling and the light generated by the LED illuminates the space below. The light fixture enclosure measures 18.5 inches by 10 inches by 4 inches. The downlight is dark gray and black and weighs approximately eight pounds. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled downlights and contact the firm to schedule a free inspection and, if needed, repair by a technician. consumers should not try to inspect or repair the units themselves. warnings and instructions must be followed to disconnect power prior to servicing, removing or replacing the recalled products.. Affected brand: Ketra, Inc..

Hazard

This recall involves the Ketra D3 recessed downlights produced between November 4, 2016 and March 14, 2018. The date code is located on a sticker attached to each unit and is in the format KWWYY representing WW-work week and YY-year of manufacture. Only downlights with date codes between K4816 and K1118 are included in this recall. The Ketra D3 downlight is typically installed behind a ceiling and the light generated by the LED illuminates the space below. The light fixture enclosure measures 18.5 inches by 10 inches by 4 inches. The downlight is dark gray and black and weighs approximately eight pounds.

Affected products

Ketra D3 recessed downlights

Recalled brands

Ketra, Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled downlights and contact the firm to schedule a free inspection and, if needed, repair by a technician. Consumers should not try to inspect or repair the units themselves. Warnings and instructions must be followed to disconnect power prior to servicing, removing or replacing the recalled products.

Recall date

June 12, 2018

Categories

Ketra D3 recessed downlights

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #18175?

CPSC recall #18175 covers Ketra Recalls to Inspect Recessed Downlights Due to Electrical Shock Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on June 12, 2018. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves the Ketra D3 recessed downlights produced between November 4, 2016 and March 14, 2018. The date code is located on a sticker attached to each unit and is in the format KWWYY representing WW-work week and YY-year of manufacture. Only downlights with date codes between K4816 and K1118 are included in this recall. The Ketra D3 downlight is typically installed behind a ceiling and the light generated by the LED illuminates the space below. The light fixture enclosure measures 18.5 inches by 10 inches by 4 inches. The downlight is dark gray and black and weighs approximately eight pounds.

What is the remedy for recall #18175?

The CPSC remedy for recall #18175 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled downlights and contact the firm to schedule a free inspection and, if needed, repair by a technician. consumers should not try to inspect or repair the units themselves. warnings and instructions must be followed to disconnect power prior to servicing, removing or replacing the recalled products.. 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 Ketra Recalls to Inspect Recessed Downlights Due to Electrical Shock Hazard 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/2018/Ketra-Recalls-to-Inspect-Recessed-Downlights-Due-to-Electrical-Shock-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

Not legal advice. RecallDocket aggregates publicly available recall information from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission for informational purposes only. For the official notice, remedy instructions, and any safety actions, refer to the CPSC source. Information may be incomplete or out of date.

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