CPSC Recall in 2003: CPSC, Sea Gull Lighting Inc. Announce Recall of Ceiling Light Fixtures

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 03-130

Date: May 21, 2003

Product Name: Ceiling Light Fixtures

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Sea Gull Lighting Inc., of Riverside, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 7,100 ceiling light fixtures. The wiring in the lights can short, posing a fire hazard to consumers.Name of product: Ceiling Light FixturesUnits: 7,100Distributor: Sea Gull Lighting Inc., of Riverside, N.J.Hazard: The wiring in the lights can short, posing a fire hazard to consumers.Incidents/Injuries: Sea Gull has received two reports of the fixtures shorting out, though there have been no reports of fire or injuries.Description: The recalled ceiling-mounted light fixtures come in six different models - 5359-01, 5359-02, 5359-15, 5370-15, 5370-98, and 5372-02 - which can only be accurately identified on the packaging or receipts. The white glass lights have an antique brass, polished brass, white, or brushed stainless finish and do not have any exposed screws. The light fixture is twisted into the base and locks in place. Because the light fixtures have no visible label or identifying marks on the outside, consumers are advised to look at the photos below or contact the company for more information.Sold at: Electrical supply dealers and contractors sold and installed the fixtures from July 2002 through February 2003. These fixtures were not sold at retail stores.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should stop using the lights immediately and contact the Sea Gull Lighting dealer from whom the light fixtures were purchased or the company, to receive a free replacement fixture.Consumer Contact: Call Sea Gull Lighting at (800) 347-5483 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit its website at www.seagulllighting.com.

Hazard Description:

The wiring in the lights can short, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: 7,100

Incidents:

Sea Gull has received two reports of the fixtures shorting out, though there have been no reports of fire or injuries.

Sold At:

Electrical supply dealers and contractors sold and installed the fixtures from July 2002 through February 2003. These fixtures were not sold at retail stores.

Manufactured In:

China