Philips EnergySaver Light Bulb Recall: Details
The glue holding these light bulbs together if faulty, posing a risk to consumers.
Philips Lighting is recalling EnergySaver dimmable reflector lamps, also known as Marathon or Marathon Classic compact fluorescent dimmable reflector lamps, because the glow holding the outer glass envelope can fail, causing the bulb to detach and fall.
Philips has received 700 complaints, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. It is recalling about 1.86 million bulbs.
The recall involves the following model numbers, UPC and date codes. Look for the model numbers on the white ceramic base of each lamp, and look for the UPC codes on the product packaging. Look for date codes stamped into the metal gold base of the lamp, or in the white ceramic area.
| Product Description | Model Number | UPC |
|---|---|---|
| EnergySaver (a/k/a Marathon or Marathon Classic) Dimmable R30 Reflector Flood | EL/A R30 Dim 16w | 46677 13 7076 and 46677 15 0419 |
| EnergySaver (a/k/a Marathon or Marathon Classic) Dimmable R40 Reflector Flood | EL/A R40 Dim 20w | 46677 13 7083 and 46677 15 0426 |
| EnergySaver (a/k/a Marathon or Marathon Classic) Dimmable Par38 Reflector Flood | EL/A Par38 Dim 20w | 46677 14 6443 and 46677 15 0433 |
The recalled bulbs also have the following date codes:
| Date Code on Product | Month and Date of Production |
|---|---|
| C7 to M7 | March to December 2007 |
| A8 to M8 | January to December 2008 |
| A9 to D9 | January to April 2009 |
| 0916 to 0953 | April to December 2009 |
| 1001 to 1022 | January to May 2010 |
For replacement lamps, call Philips at 866-622-6372 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit recall.philips.com.
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