High Bay Linear LED light Fixtures Recall Lawsuit | 2026 Latest Updates

PQL, Inc. and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled about 186,520 High Bay Linear LED light fixtures on February 26, 2026. PQL imported the fixtures. Jiangsu Ever-Tie Lighting Co., Ltd. manufactured them in Hong Kong. The recall covers 2-foot and 4-foot white metal light fixtures. Plastic retaining pins inside the fixture can wear out over time, and a loose board can start a fire. Consumers should stop using the fixtures right away. PQL is offering free replacement retaining pins at no cost. One fire has been reported, with no injuries. The recall remains open, with no expansion or lawsuit filed since it began.

Latest High Bay Linear LED Light Fixtures Recall Updates

February 26, 2026: PQL Recalls High Bay Linear LED Light Fixtures

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s recall notice, numbered 26-278, covers a fire hazard in fixtures PQL imported[1]. The plastic pins holding the LED board can wear down, letting the board shift and creating a fire risk. PQL has confirmed one report of a fire and no injuries tied to the defect. It will replace the retaining pins in every affected fixture at no charge as the fix.

Which High Bay Linear LED Light Fixtures Are Affected?

The recalled High Bay Linear LED Light Fixtures come in two sizes, listed here by model number:

• 2-foot models (1 of 2): 55202, 55203, 55208, 55209, 55209-WC, 55213, 55214, 55222, 55223, 55225, 55226, 55227, 55228, 55360, 55361, 55362, 55363, 55477, 55478, 55480, 55481, 55482, 55483, 55484
• 2-foot models (2 of 2): 55485, 55504, 55505, 55506, 55507, 55508, 55511, 55512, 55514, 55515, 55518, 55534, 55535, 55536, 55537, 55538, 55539, 55710, 55711, 55712, 55713, 55714, 55715
• 4-foot models: 55213, 55214, 55215, 55230, 55231, 55232, 55364, 55365, 55366, 55367, 55487, 55491, 55492, 55510, 55521, 55716, 55717, 55720, 55722

Each fixture’s model number is printed on the back of the unit. Owners can check this number against the lists above.

Why Were the High Bay Linear LED Light Fixtures Recalled?

The High Bay Linear LED Light Fixtures were recalled because their plastic retaining pins can degrade over time. These pins hold the LED board in place. Once a pin degrades, the energized board can come loose inside the fixture. A loose board may contact the lens or nearby materials. This combination creates a fire hazard, according to PQL’s recall notice[2]. PQL, Inc. imported the fixtures from Jiangsu Ever-Tie Lighting Co., Ltd., a manufacturer based in China. The recall notice lists the fixtures’ manufacturing location as Hong Kong. PQL, also called Premium Quality Lighting, is based in Simi Valley, California.

Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses

PQL’s recall notice describes one fixture that caught fire during normal use. No injuries have been reported in connection with the defect so far. This fire is recorded under recall number 26-278, the number CPSC assigned. Reports like this are not proof that every fixture caused a fire. No further incidents have been added to the recall notice since it was announced. Anyone who sees the pin defect cause a fire in an unaffected unit can report it to CPSC at SaferProducts.gov or the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772. PQL’s replacement-pin remedy is meant to prevent further fires from this same defect.

What Should Consumers Do?

Consumers who own a High Bay Linear LED light fixture with one of the recalled model numbers should take the following steps:

1. Stop using all High Bay Linear LED light fixtures with the model numbers listed above right away.
2. Quarantine any affected units in a safe area so no one uses them by mistake.
3. Match the fixture’s model number to the list above before removing or disposing of it.
4. Contact PQL at 805-416-5251, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, or email safety@pqlighting.com.
5. Register online at pqlighting.com/product-recall-notice to receive free replacement retaining pins from PQL.
6. Report the fire hazard to the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov or by calling the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772.

Other Recalls, Warnings, or International Actions

Two other high-bay LED light fixture recalls involved the same plastic-pin defect, according to Inside Lighting[3]. Best Lighting Products recalled about 729,700 fixtures in July 2024, after three reported fires. NetZero USA recalled about 16,000 fixtures in December 2024, after seven reported fires and no injuries. Both recalls involve separate companies, not PQL.

Legal Options

Schmidt & Clark is reviewing possible property-damage and business-interruption claims tied to fires linked to this defect. No lawsuit, class action, or multidistrict litigation has been filed over this recall so far. A recall does not automatically establish liability, and any claim requires an individual case review. Readers considering a product liability claim can learn more on our website.

Filing Deadlines

Filing deadlines for a property-damage or business-interruption claim come from state law. These deadlines depend on where the claim is filed and when the loss happened. A missed filing deadline can end a strong claim before it starts. Anyone considering a claim over this recall should speak with a lawyer promptly to protect their rights.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is There a High Bay Linear LED Light Fixtures Recall Lawsuit?

No individual lawsuit, class action, or MDL over the High Bay Linear LED Light Fixtures recall had been filed as of September 26, 2026, when the JPML’s pending-MDL list was last checked for a matching case.

What Should I Do About the High Bay Linear LED Light Fixtures Recall Lawsuit?

If you’re affected by the High Bay Linear LED Light Fixtures Recall Lawsuit, stop using the fixture right away and quarantine it. Note the model number, printed on the back of the fixture, before removing it, then contact PQL to register for free replacement retaining pins.

What Is the Recall Number for the High Bay Linear LED Light Fixtures Recall?

The recall number for the High Bay Linear LED Light Fixtures recall is 26-278, as assigned by CPSC. Consumers can reference this number when contacting PQL or CPSC about a fixture.

Was Best Lighting Products’ 2024 High-Bay LED Recall Connected to This One?

Best Lighting Products’ 2024 recall was not connected to this one: it is a separate Ohio company that recalled about 729,700 of its own high-bay LED fixtures, sold from May 2017 to May 2024, for the same type of retaining-pin defect described in this PQL recall.

When Did Trade Media First Report on the High Bay Linear LED Light Fixtures Recall?

Inside Lighting, a lighting-industry trade publication, first reported on the High Bay Linear LED Light Fixtures recall on March 2, 2026, about a week after PQL and the CPSC announced the recall on February 26, 2026.

Do All Recalled Units Have a Confirmed Fire Risk?

Not all recalled units have a confirmed fire risk. The recall notice describes the retaining pins in some units degrading and letting the board come loose, creating the hazard. Every unit is included as a precaution, but only one with a degraded pin poses that risk.

References

1. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/PQL-Recalls-High-Bay-Linear-LED-Light-Fixtures-Due-to-Fire-Hazard
2. https://pqlighting.com/product-recall-notice
3. https://inside.lighting/news/26-03/pql-recalls-186520-high-bay-fixtures