Kichler Lighting Recalls Chandeliers Due to Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores

Manufacturer: The L.D. Kichler Co

Product: Aztec Light Chandeliers

Hazard: The chandelier’s fixture loop that connects the hanging chain to the lamp can fail during use causing the chandelier to fall from the ceiling and injure bystanders.

Injuries: Kichler Lighting has received six reports of the chandeliers falling from the ceiling. No injuries have been reported. Approximately $6,000 in property damage has been reported.

Description: This recall involves Aztec nine-light chandeliers sold at Lowe’s stores under the PORTFOLIO brand name. The chandeliers are metal with an olde bronze finish and measure about 31-inches wide and 31-inches high. They come with etched amber glass shades and a decorative faux marble ball in the center. The upper arms of the fixture are single long curves and the lower arms of the fixture are “S” shaped. “Aztec” and model number 34330 are printed on a sticker located inside the ceiling canopy at the top of the chandelier.

Remedy: Repair/Replace

Sold At: Lowe's stores nationwide and at www.lowes.com from July 2006 through August 2011 for about $240.

Units: About 48,900

Consumer Contact: Kichler Lighting’s Home Center Division (“Aztec”); at (800) 554-6504, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.kichler.com and click on “Aztec” and then on “Model No. 34330 Safety Information” for more information.

Company Website: www.kichler.com

CPSC Recall Notice: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Kichler-Lighting-Recalls-Chandeliers/