Hikari Technology Led Headlight Bulb recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 12, 2021

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ningbo shuwu Import & Export Co.,ltd recalls Hikari Technology Led Headlight Bulb

Recall number

21E002000

Brand / firm

Hikari Technology

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 99,950 units

Why it was recalled

Excessive glare or brightness to oncoming drivers can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Ningbo shuwu Import & Export Co.,ltd (Ningbo) is recalling certain aftermarket Hikari headlight bulbs, LED-V39-R3 and RS-R models (in configurations H1, H4, H7, H11, H13, 9004, 9005, 9006, 9007, 9012) sold through Amazon.com. These bulbs may create excessive glare or brightness for oncoming traffic. As such, these bulbs fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

What to do

Ningbo will notify distributors, and owners, and will replace the bulb with halogen bulbs, free of charge. The recall began February 3, 2021. Owners may contact Ningbo customer service at 1-812-250-8051 or by recall@hikari-led.net.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.