American Electric Lighting AVL Outdoor Lighting Fixtures

Description: Outdoor Lighting Fixtures Recalled by American Electric Lighting Due to Shock Hazard NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 3, 2010 Release # 10-154 Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 754-0463 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 Outdoor Lighting Fixtures Recalled by American Electric Lighting Due to Shock Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Outdoor Lighting Fixtures Units: About 900 Manufacturer/Distributor: American Electric Lighting, a division of Acuity Brands Lighting Inc., of Conyers, Ga. Hazard: Improper wiring in the light fixtures poses a shock hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: This recall involves model AVL outdoor lighting fixtures sold under the American Electric Lighting brand name. The light fixtures are intended for use in parking lots, roadways, commercial environments and office communities. “AVL” is printed on the reflector of each light fixture. Sold by: Electrical distributors and electrical sales representatives nationwide from September 2008 through September 2009 for between $250 and $800. Manufactured in: Mexico Remedy: Consumers should immediately disconnect power to the fixtures and contact American Electric Lighting to schedule a free inspection and repair. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact American Electric Lighting at (800) 754-0463 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.americanelectriclighting.com [Learn More]