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Lightform LED Projectors Recall: Fire Hazard from Fan Malfunction

Lightform recalls LF2 and LF2+ LED projectors due to fire risk from fan overheating. Consumers must stop using and contact for free software update.

🇺🇸 CPSC recall #9158Consumer productLightform
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Lightform is recalling two LED projectors (LF2 and LF2+) because their fans can overheat and cause fires. This is serious enough that users should stop using them immediately. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/2751-lightform-led-projectors-recall-fire-hazard-from-fan-malfunction.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/2751-lightform-led-projectors-recall-fire-hazard-from-fan-malfunction · Updated August 3, 2026 · Official notice: CPSC #9158

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“Lightform LED Projectors Recall: Fire Hazard from Fan Malfunction.” GovInfoNow, updated August 3, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/2751-lightform-led-projectors-recall-fire-hazard-from-fan-malfunction. Based on CPSC recall #9158 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Lightform-Recalls-LED-Projectors-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Recall-Alert).

The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Oct. 21, 2021, that Lightform is recalling LF2 and LF2+ LED projectors due to a fire hazard. Consumers should stop using the units immediately and contact the firm for a free software update.

How to tell if you have it

  • Brand: Lightform
  • Product names: LF2 Projector, LF2+ Projector
  • Description: Black LED projectors with "Lightform" printed on top, about 8 inches high and 8 inches wide
  • Sold at: Online at Lightform.com and Amazon.com from March 2020 through August 2021
  • Price: About $900

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled projectors and contact the firm for a free software update. Lightform is contacting all known purchasers directly. Contact Lightform toll-free at 855-242-5066 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or online at https://lightform.com/firmware-update.

The hazard

The projector's fan can malfunction and overheat, posing a fire hazard. Lightform has received 16 reports of overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Context

GovInfoNow's records show other recent recalls of similar products include Excel Industries LED Light Kits Recall (2026-08-27), Bethlehem Lights Sphere Recall (2026-05-21), and Cooper Lighting Metalux OHB LED Fixtures Fire Hazard Recall (2026-07-02).

How to tell if you have this one

Check for black projectors with "Lightform" printed on the top. The product is about 8 inches high and :8 inches wide. The recall covers all units sold since the product launched.

  • Brand
    Lightform
  • Product
    Lightform projectors
  • Category
    Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Stop Using Projector Now

    Immediately stop using the recalled projectors to prevent fire risk.

  2. Contact Lightform

    Lightform will contact all known purchasers directly for a free software update.

Official remedy

What CPSC says to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled projectors and contact the firm for a free software update for the projectors. Lightform is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Take action

Contact Lightform

We’ve drafted a message you can send Lightform to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall 9158 — Lightform LED Projectors Recall: Fire Hazard from Fan Malfunction

Hello,

I own a Lightform LED Projectors Recall: Fire Hazard from Fan Malfunction that is covered by recall 9158 from Lightform.

The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled projectors and contact the firm for a free software update for the projectors. Lightform is contacting all known purchasers directly.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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Where this comes from

The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

  • Official source: CPSC Recall #9158 (October 21, 2021)
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on August 3, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the CPSC notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
  • GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official CPSC recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.
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