For Immediate Release
March 17, 2004
Release #04-099
Brass Light Recall Hotline:(888) 212-4953
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
CPSC, Brass Light Gallery Announce Recall of Wall Sconces
Name of product: Alabaster Wall Sconce Lights
Units: 1,400
Manufacturer: Brass Light Gallery Inc., of Milwaukee, Wis.
Hazard: The tie-downs, which secure the electrical wires to the
mounting bracket, may come loose, causing the wire to touch the
bulb and pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: Brass Light has received two reports of wire
tie-downs coming loose, though no injuries have been reported.
Description: The wall-mounted light fixtures have a translucent,
natural alabaster stone cover. The recalled wall sconces include
model numbers AL-3208, AL-5008, and AL-5108. Models AL-3208 and
AL-5008 use one light bulb; whereas, Model AL-5108 uses two bulbs.
The alabaster covers measure 8 inches in width and between 9 ½
and 15 inches in height.
Sold at: Lighting distributors nationwide and Brass Light Gallery
mail order services sold the wall sconces from January 1998 through
November 2003 for between $175 and $340.
Manufactured in: United States.
Remedy: Consumers should contact Brass Light Gallery for instructions
on receiving a free repair kit.
Consumer Contact: Call Brass Light Gallery toll-free at (888) 212-4953 anytime.