Recall of the Week: HeathCo motion-activated outdoor lights due to electric shock hazard

HeathCo is recalling about 210,000 Motion-Activated Outdoor
Lights in the U.S. and 13,000 in Canada.

Outdoor Light Motion ActivatedThe internal fixture wiring can energize the entire surface
and fittings of the fixture, posing an electrical shock hazard, the company and
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said. No injuries have been reported.

This recall includes multiple Heath/Zenith Motion Activated Outdoor Lights used
for porch lighting. The lights come in 21 designs with a variety of finishes
and are designed to turn on at night when motion is detected. The lights
replace a standard outdoor wall-mounted light fixture.

The brand name and model number can be found on a label
located on the back of the motion sensor for wall-mounted models, or underneath
the motion sensor cover for ceiling-mounted models. Click here to see a list of
the brand names with their model numbers included in the recall.

Consumers should immediately stop using the lights and turn
off the power switch before removing the light from its mounting, the company
and commission advise. Contact the company for instructions on how to return
the light fixture and receive a free replacement.

Manufactured in China, the outdoor lights were sold at large
home improvement retailers, lighting, electrical, and other retail stores
nationwide, and online from December 2006 to July 2013 for between $50 and
$120.

For more information, call HeathCo 855-704-5438 between 8
a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, e-mail
hzproductnotice@heathcollc.com, or visit the company’s website at www.heath-zenith.com and click on
“Recall.” 

For details on other recalls, see www.recalls.gov.

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