Cooper Lighting recalls indoor fluorescent fixtures with specific model numbers and date codes due to fire risk from overheating sockets. Consumers must stop using and return for free replacement.
The socket can overheat, arc and melt, posing a fire hazard.
Cooper Lighting is recalling certain indoor fluorescent light fixtures that can overheat and cause fires. Affected units have specific model numbers and date codes from July 2011 to March 2015.
The socket in the fixture can overheat, arc, and melt, creating a fire hazard. This risk occurs during normal use when the fixture is operating.
Homeowners with indoor fluorescent fixtures sold between July 2011 and March 2015 are most at risk. These fixtures are typically mounted 8-12 feet high in homes.
Check for a date code on the fixture near the ballast in DDD YY format between 182 11 (July 1, 2011) and 090 15 (March 31, 2015). Also look for model numbers listed in the recall notice.
Immediately stop using the recalled fluorescent fixture to prevent fire risk.
Reach out to Cooper Lighting for a free replacement of the affected fixture.
Consumers should immediately stop using the light fixture and contact Cooper Lighting for a free replacement.
Affected models include DLE217RLP, DLE217RLPB, DLE 232RLP, DLE232RLPB, SL232R, SL232R/1, SL232RPC, SL232RTP, SLNR232R, SLNR232R/1, SLNR232RCHR, SLW232R, SLW232R/1, SNF115R, SNF117R, SNF125R, SNF217R, SSF217R, WP217R, WP232R, WP232RLU, WP232RNKL, WP232RNKLLU, and WP232RNKLRL.
These fixtures were sold between July 1, 2011 and March 31, 2015.
Look for a date code on the fixture near the ballast in DDD YY format between 182 11 (July 1, 2011) and 090 15 (March 31, 2015).
We’ve drafted a message you can send Cooper Lighting to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 6440 — Cooper Lighting Cooper Lighting, Portfolio and Utilitech fluorescent lighting fixtures Hello, I own a Cooper Lighting, Portfolio and Utilitech fluorescent lighting fixtures that is covered by recall 6440 from Cooper Lighting. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the light fixture and contact Cooper Lighting for a free replacement. 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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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.
