CPSC2013-08-15
Philips Lighting Recalls Endura and Ambient LED Bulbs Due to Shock Hazard
Philips Lighting Co., of Somerset, N.J.
Hazard
A lead wire in the bulb's housing can have an improper fitting, which can electrify the entire lamp and pose a shock hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled LED bulbs, unplug the fixture, remove the bulb and contact Philips for free replacement bulbs.
Sold at
Home Depot, grocery and home center stores nationwide, online retailers, including Amazon.com and through electrical distributors between October 2012 and May 2013 for between $15 and $30.
Affected count
About 99,000
Injuries reported
No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Endura and Ambient LED dimmable light bulbs
Consumer contact
Philips Lighting Co. at (800) 295-5147 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, online at www.recall.philips.com, choose United States/English and click on the Endura and Ambient LED bulb recall for more information or email the firm at ledprincelamp@philips.com for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Philips-Lighting-Recalls-Endura-and-Ambient-LED-BulbsDon't want to check this manually?
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