Philips Lighting Recalls Metal Halide Lamps Due to Burn and Laceration Hazards

Recall Details

Units

About 87,000

Description

This recall involves the Philips Energy Advantage Ceramic Metal Halide Lamps model CDM330. They are designed as energy efficient replacements for traditional 400W quartz metal halide lamps installed in magnetic ballasts and intended for use in high-ceiling industrial, retail and commercial applications. The lamps were sold in both clear and coated versions. Each lamp includes an etching, located either at the base of the lamp or on the ovoid of the lamps, that displays the relevant date code, along with Philips’ name, wattage (330W) and the model (CDM330). Affected lamps can be identified with one of the following date codes:

Date Code Month/Year

1E May 2011

1F June 2011

1G July 2011

1H August 2011

1J September 2011

1K October 2011

1L November 2011

1M December 2011

Each lamp includes an etching, located either at the base of the lamp or on the ovoid of the lamps, that displays the relevant date code, along with Philips’ name, wattage (330W) and the model (CDM330).

Incidents/Injuries

The firm has received two reports of lamps shattering. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamps and contact Philips for a free replacement.

Sold at

Electrical supply distributors from May 2011 through June 2012 for about $40.

Importer(s)

Philips Lighting North America Corp., of Somerset, N.J.

Distributor(s)