Technical Consumer Products LED lamps recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

December 1, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

LED Lamps Recalled by Technical Consumer Products Due to Electrical Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Habitat for Humanity in California

Recall number

17042

Sold / distributed

Habitat for Humanity of San Joaquin County in Stockton, Calif. from August 2016 through September 2016 for about $3

Why it was recalled

The lamps can overheat exposing an energized heat-sink and wires, posing an electrical shock hazard.

What was recalled

This recall involves 10 watt LED A19 Shape lamps sold under the TCP brand name. These lamps are white and produce a soft white (2700 Kelvin) color temperature. Recalled units have item number "LED10A19DODLCHP" and the date code printed directly on the white plastic heat-sink of the lamp, just above the screw in the base. Consumers will need to shut off power to the lights and disengage the lamp to check the item number and date code. Item Number Brand UPC Description Date Code LED10A19DODLCHP TCP 7-6214804626-4 10 wall LED A19 lamp with High Performance Dimming 2700K 1423217

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using recalled lamps, shut off power to lights and contact TCP for instructions on receiving a refund or a free replacement lamp.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.