TO: DDS Regional Directors, STS Director, CTH Coordinators, Private Providers, CO Quality Management Personnel
FROM: Daniel A. Micari, Director, Quality Management Services
DATE: June 21, 2012
RE:
PRODUCT RECALL ADVISORY:    Bel Air Lighting Recalls Outdoor Wall Mount Lanterns Due to Fire, Burn and Shock Hazards
Product Recall Advisory
On June 19, 2012, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a voluntary recall of Bel Air Lighting Recalls Outdoor Wall Mount Lanterns. An electrical short circuit can occur in the lanterns' internal wiring, posing a risk of fire, burn and electric shock to consumers.  This recall involves outdoor wall-mount lanterns made of cast aluminum in a rust color with beveled glass.  A question mark shaped piece of metal connects the lantern body to the wall-mount plate.  The lanterns were sold at Lowe's stores under the Portfolio brand name with item number 253366 and at lighting showrooms with item number 44181.  The brand name and item number are printed on the product's packaging. Lanterns included in the recall are 19.25-inches tall by 9.75-inches wide by 9.25-inches deep and have a three-light candelabra base cluster inside.  Part number E194303 is printed on the base plate and on a label affixed to one of the light sockets.  Sold at: Lowe's stores and in lighting showrooms nationwide and at Lowes.com from June 2006 through May 2012 for about $48.
Please ensure those responsible are aware of this product recall advisory.  Also review your supplies to determine whether or not the identified products are present. If the identified products are present, address appropriately.