Technical Consumer Products Recalls Connected Brand Downlights Due to Electrical Shock Hazard

Recall date

September 8, 2015

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Recall number

15234

Sold / distributed

The Home Depot stores and electrical distributors nationwide and online at Amazon.com from June 2014 through June 2015 for about $35.

Why it was recalled

The internal wiring in the LED downlights can contact the downlight's metal trim, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

What was recalled

This recall involves Connected by TCP 5-inch and 6-inch LED Downlight retrofits for recessed cans. These replacement downlights are white and produce a soft white (2700 Kelvin) or bright white (5000 Kelvin) color temperature. Affected units have item number "CD611LC" and the date code printed directly on the black base of the lamp. Consumers will need to shut off power to the lights and disengage the lamp to check the item number and date code. "Connected automated home lighting system" is printed on the product packaging, along with the item number, UPC code and date code. Item Number UPC Description Date Codes CD611LC UPC# 7-62148-26168-1 Connected 5"/6" Downlight 1410210 1424217 1428217 1439217 1444217 1451217

What to do

Consumers should immediately contact TCP to receive a free replacement lamp with installation instructions. Consumers should not touch the lamp while it is powered.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.