Glass Shade Holders
Description: This recall involves Westinghouse Lighting brand 3 ¼ inch round glass shade holders. The ceiling-mounted holders have model number 70242 and product date code "2014 APR" stamped on the bottom of the holder, near the socket. The brass-plated shade holders have a 2 ½ inch pull chain and are used with round globe or decorative shaped glass shades with a 3 ¼ inch fitter. [Learn More]
About 5,000 units were affected by this recall.
Westinghouse Lighting Recalls Glass Shade Holders Due to Risk of Electrical Shock; Sold at Home Depot Stores
Westinghouse Lighting Model 70242 Glass Shade Holder, side view. Westinghouse Lighting Model 70242 Glass Shade Holder, bottom view
Glass Shade Holders Recall Information
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
| Recall Date | 03/12/2015 |
| Recall ID | 1933 |
| Recall Number | 15098 |
| Product Type | Lights & Accessories |
| Hazard | The pull chain switch on the glass shade holder is incorrectly wired, posing a shock hazard to the consumer. |
| Injuries | None reported |
| Remedy | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shade holders and contact Westinghouse Lighting to request a free replacement holder kit. |
| Remedy Option | Replace |
| Contact | Westinghouse Lighting toll-free at (888) 417-6222 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.westinghouselighting.com and click on the safety notice at the top of the page for more information. |
| Last Updated | 03/12/2015 |
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