CPSC recall 12236
Motion Security Lights
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2016-04-25
On 2016-04-25 the CPSC announced a recall of Motion Security Lights by Heathco, citing internal wiring can be damaged during installation, bulb replacement or adjustment, posing an electric shock hazard.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12236 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2012-07-26 |
| Published | 2016-04-25 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Heathco |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Motion Security Lights | This recall involves Heath®/Zenith 270° Motion Security Lights with model number SL-5414-WH. It replaces a standard outdoor wall mounted light fixture and is designed to turn on when motion is detected at night. The product has two cone-shaped lightbulb receptacles attached to a round mounting plate. A small, rectangular motion sensor is attached to the mounting plate between the lightbulb receptacles. The unit is made of aluminum and plastic. It comes in white only. The brand name and model number are on a label located on the back of the motion sensor.
Reason
Internal wiring can be damaged during installation, bulb replacement or adjustment, posing an electric shock hazard.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Motion-Sensing-Security-Lights-Recalled-by-HeathCo-due-to-Electrical-Shock-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-Home-Depot
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