Carlon Drop-In Floor Boxes (Lamson) – Electrical Hazard (2007)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Carlon® Drop-In Floor Boxes
Brand
Lamson & Sessions, of Cleveland, Ohio
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Lamson & Sessions, of Cleveland, Ohio is recalling Carlon® Drop-In Floor Boxes. The hazard is: The recalled floor boxes are wired incorrectly, resulting in reverse polarity. This poses a shock or. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The drop-in floor boxes are used to provide an extra electrical outlet in the floor. They were sold under the Carlon® brand name and have a brass finish cover approximately 3 1/2 inches in diameter. "Carlon" is stamped into the plastic above the receptacle and the model number is located to the left of the receptacle. Model numbers E971FBDI and E971FBDIB are included in this recall.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The recalled floor boxes are wired incorrectly, resulting in reverse polarity. This poses a shock or electrocution hazard to consumers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately unplug anything that is plugged into the floor box and contact Lamson & Sessions to determine if their floor box is included in the recall. Consumers with recalled units will receive a free repair.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026