CPSC Recall in 2005: CPSC, Lithonia Lighting Announce Recall of Indoor HID Light Fixture Cords

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2005.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 05-133

Date: March 10, 2005

Product Name: High Intensity Discharge (HID) light fixtures with acrylic reflectors

Recall Description:

These are indoor HID light fixtures with acrylic reflectors and cords. They are generally used in locations such as retail spaces, light manufacturing areas, warehouse spaces, and gymnasiums. Only certain models of specific wattage lights are included in the recall. Recalled fixtures have a date of manufacture from June 3, 1999 through May 31, 2002. Check the Lithonia Web site for a list of the specific model and wattage combinations included.

Hazard Description:

The cord of the light fixture can drip plasticizer fluid onto the light fixture, which can degrade the acrylic reflector, causing it to crack and fall. Falling pieces of acrylic can injure a person below the fixture.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

New Instructions

Units: About 120,000

Incidents:

Lithonia has received reports of about 336 fixtures in which acrylic reflectors cracked, including reports of about 24 acrylic reflectors or pieces falling from fixtures. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Lighting and electrical supply distributors nationwide from June 1999 through May 2002 for between $100 and $320.

Manufactured In:

USA and Mexico