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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 15159

Cree® LED T8 replacement lamps

Published June 4, 2015

Summary

CPSC records recall 15159, published June 4, 2015. Reported units: About 700,000 in the U.S. (an additional 11,500 were sold in Canada).

What's the hazard

Electrical arcing may cause the lamp to overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using, disconnect or switch off the fixture, remove the recalled T8 LED lamp, put it in a safe place and contact the firm to receive a full refund or replacement lamp.

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Recall details

Brand
Cree Inc., of Durham, N.C.
Distributor
Cree Inc., of Durham, N.C.
UPC
849665001980
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Cree® LED T8 replacement lamps recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 15159 on June 4, 2015. Reported hazard: Electrical arcing may cause the lamp to overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using, disconnect or switch off the fixture, remove the recalled T8 LED lamp, put it in a safe place and contact the firm to receive a full refund or replacement lamp.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Cree Inc., of Durham, N.C.. UPC: 849665001980.

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)