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Philips Lighting Recalls Endura and Ambient LED Bulbs Due to Shock Hazard

Recall 13-265 · August 15, 2013 · Philips Lighting

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled LED bulbs, unplug the fixture, remove the bulb and contact Philips for free replacement bulbs.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
13-265 (CPSC)
Recall date
August 15, 2013
Brand
Philips Lighting
Category
Lighting and electrical
Products
Endura and Ambient LED dimmable light bulbs
Hazard
Shock Hazard
Hazard type
Electric shockPoisoning and toxic substances
Remedy
Replace
Units
About 99,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
January 26, 2015

What was recalled

This recall involves Endura 12-watt and Ambient 12.5-watt LED dimmable light bulbs. The bulbs are orange in color and have "MADE IN CHINA," "Fabrique in Chine" followed by a slanted "S," and the model number 9290001829 printed on the gray plastic band on the neck of the bulbs. The date codes, 2L for the Endura bulbs and 2K or 2L for the Ambient bulbs, are printed on the metal screw base. The bulbs give off a white light and are used indoors to replace incandescent bulbs. The following chart outlines the recall details: Product Name Model Number Ordering Code UPC Date Code EnduraLED 12W A19 2700k Dimmable 120V 9290001829 12A19/END/2700-800 DIM 46677 40994 2L AmbientLED 12.5W A19 2700k Dimmable 120V 9290001829 BC-12.5A19/AMB/2700-800 DIM 46677 42215 2K and 2L

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Endura and Ambient LED dimmable light bulbs · About 99,000 units

Photos from the recall notice

Endura and Ambient LED bulb
Endura and Ambient LED bulb
The factory code, a slanted "S," and other information printed on the ceramic band on the neck of the bulbs.
The factory code, a slanted "S," and other information printed on the ceramic band on the neck of the bulbs.
Location of the date codes, 2K or 2L, near the metal screw base of the bulbs.
Location of the date codes, 2K or 2L, near the metal screw base of the bulbs.

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: 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.; Philips Lighting Co., of Somerset, N.J..

Injuries or incidents reported

No injuries have been reported.

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.

Recall history and context

Philips Lighting appears in 4 CPSC recalls on record. See all Philips Lighting recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 112 recalls in the lighting and electrical category, 47 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Endura and Ambient LED dimmable light bulbs (About 99,000 units). 5-watt LED dimmable light bulbs.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Shock Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled LED bulbs, unplug the fixture, remove the bulb and contact Philips for free replacement bulbs.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on January 26, 2015. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.