Outdoor lighting could shock you

(KXAN) - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a voluntary recall of outdoor lighting fixtures made by American Electric Lighting.

The problem is the light fixtures have improper wiring, which poses as a shock hazard to consumers. This recall involves model AVL outdoor lighting fixtures sold under the American Electric Lighting brand name. The light fixtures are intended for use in parking lots, roadways, commercial environments and office communities. “AVL” is printed on the reflector of each light fixture.

These were sold by electrical distributors and electrical sales representatives nationwide from September 2008 through September 2009 for between $250 and $800.

Consumers should immediately disconnect power to the fixtures and contact American Electric Lighting to schedule a free inspection and repair. For additional information, contact American Electric Lighting at (800) 754-0463 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site.