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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 16172

Metal Halide Lamps

Published May 24, 2016

Summary

CPSC records recall 16172, published May 24, 2016. Reported units: About 87,000.

What's the hazard

The outer bulbs can shatter, resulting in hot internal pieces of glass falling from the lamps, posing a burn and laceration hazard.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamps and contact Philips for a free replacement.

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Recall details

Distributor
Philips Lighting North America Corp., of Somerset, N.J.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Metal Halide Lamps recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 16172 on May 24, 2016. Reported hazard: The outer bulbs can shatter, resulting in hot internal pieces of glass falling from the lamps, posing a burn and laceration hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamps and contact Philips for a free replacement.

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)