Bel Air Lighting Announces Recall of More than 99,000 Outdoor Lanterns Due to Fire, Shock Hazard

Bel Air Lighting Inc., in conjunction with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, is issuing a recall of their outdoor wall mount lanterns due to injury hazards. An electrical short circuit can occur in the internal wiring of the lantern, which can pose a risk of electric shock, fire, or burn injury to consumers. The recall affects 99,700 units. Currently, the Valencia, California-based firm has received seven reports of incidents, including two reports of the lanterns catching fire, but fortunately no injuries have been reported.

The outdoor wall-mount lanterns are made of rust-colored cast aluminum with beveled glass. The outdoor wall mount lanterns, manufactured in China, were sold at Lowe’s stores and in lighting showrooms across the country for about $48 from June 2006 to May 2012. The brand name and item number 44181 are printed on the product’s packaging.

Consumers are advised to immediately stop use of the product and contact Bel Air Lighting for a free replacement lantern by calling (888) 770-7018 or visiting the firm’s website at www.regcen.com/belairlighting.

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