Indiglow LED T8 Lamps recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

June 10, 2020

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Ushio America Recalls Indiglow LED T8 Lamps Due to Injury Hazard

Recall number

20134

Sold / distributed

Candela Corporation, Bulb America, Atlanta Light Bulbs, Dial Electric, Television Production Services, and, 1000 bulbs.com, and distributors nationwide and online at Ushio.com from March 2017 through March 2018 for about $25.

Why it was recalled

The recalled lamps can overheat causing the glass tube to fall and strike those standing nearby, posing an injury hazard.

What was recalled

This recall involves Ushio America's Indiglow LED T8 backlight lamps, with a 4ft. tube. The lamps are direct drop-in replacements for 30W and 32W T8 fluorescent tubes. The firm name USHIO and brand name Indiglow are on the lamp. The manufacturing date code is imprinted on the silver aluminum end cap of the lamp indicated by 16xx or 17xx.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using Ushio America T8 Indiglow LED lamps and contact the firm for a full refund or a free replacement lamp. Ushio America is contacting all known purchasers directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.