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Cree Recalls LED T8 Lamps Due to Burn Hazard; Includes T8 Lamps Provided as Replacements in Previous Recall

Reported: August 25, 2016 Initiated: August 25, 2016 #16252

Product Description

This recall involves Cree LED T8 Replacement Lamps, including lamps that were provided as free replacements for a previous recall in June 2015 and new lamps sold since the recall. These lamps are used indoors to replace traditional two-pin T8 fluorescent tubes. The white lamps have a cylindrical shape and measure 48 inches long. "Cree," "BT848 Series Lamp," the product number and a four-digit date code are printed on the lamp or on a white label affixed to the lamp. Product Number Lamp Description Date Codes BT848-17027FLW-BDG13-2C100 Linear LED T8 Replacement Lamp, 4 Ft, 1700 Lm, 2700K, 1-pack, US 06/15 07/15 08/15 09/15 10/15 11/15 12/15 01/16 02/16 03/16 04/16 05/16 BT848-17040FLW-BDG13-2C100 Linear LED T8 Replacement Lamp, 4 Ft, 1700 Lm, 4000K, 1-pack, US BT848-17027FLW-BDG13-2C120 Linear LED T8 Replacement Lamp, 4 Ft, 1700 Lm, 2700K,10-pack, US BT848-17040FLW-BDG13-2C120 Linear LED T8 Replacement Lamp, 4 Ft, 1700 Lm, 4000K, 10-pack, US

Reason for Recall

The recalled lamps can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using, disconnect or switch off the fixture, remove the recalled lamp, put it in a safe place and contact Cree to receive a full refund. If consumers have received a free replacement lamp as part of the previous 2015 recall, they also should stop using the replacement lamps and contact Cree.

Details

Units Affected
About 104,000 in the U.S. (in addition, 8,500 were sold in Canada)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Cree-Recalls-LED-T8-Lamps

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Cree LED T8 Replacement Lamps, including lamps that were provided as free replacements for a previous recall in June 2015 and new lamps sold since the recall. These lamps are used indoors to replace traditional two-pin T8 fluorescent tubes. The white lamps have a cylindrical shape and measure 48 inches long. "Cree," "BT848 Series Lamp," the product number and a four-digit date code are printed on the lamp or on a white label affixed to the lamp. Product Number Lamp Description Date Codes BT848-17027FLW-BDG13-2C100 Linear LED T8 Replacement Lamp, 4 Ft, 1700 Lm, 2700K, 1-pack, US 06/15 07/15 08/15 09/15 10/15 11/15 12/15 01/16 02/16 03/16 04/16 05/16 BT848-17040FLW-BDG13-2C100 Linear LED T8 Replacement Lamp, 4 Ft, 1700 Lm, 4000K, 1-pack, US BT848-17027FLW-BDG13-2C120 Linear LED T8 Replacement Lamp, 4 Ft, 1700 Lm, 2700K,10-pack, US BT848-17040FLW-BDG13-2C120 Linear LED T8 Replacement Lamp, 4 Ft, 1700 Lm, 4000K, 10-pack, US. Recalled by Cree Inc., of Durham, N.C.. Units affected: About 104,000 in the U.S. (in addition, 8,500 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The recalled lamps can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using, disconnect or switch off the fixture, remove the recalled lamp, put it in a safe place and contact Cree to receive a full refund. If consumers have received a free replacement lamp as part of the previous 2015 recall, they also should stop using the replacement lamps and contact Cree.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 25, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16252.

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