CPSCJune 6, 2018

GE Lighting LED Tube Lamps recall: Shock and Electrocution Hazards

GE Lighting Recalls LED Tube Lamps Due to Shock and Electrocution Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores

Why was GE Lighting LED Tube Lamps recalled?

The pins on one end of the lamp can be energized during installation/removal, posing electric shock and electrocution hazards.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately contact GE Lighting to receive instructions on safely removing the LED tube lamps, and to receive a refund in the form of a $17 gift card. Consumers should make sure the light switch is "off" before attempting to change LED tube lamps. Contact: GE Lighting at 800-338-4999 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at [email protected] or online at www.gelighting.com and click on “Product Safety Information” for more information.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Cool White Universal T8/T12 LED tube lamps
Company
GE Lighting, of East Cleveland, Ohio
Quantity
About 46,000 packages of two tube lamps (92,000 individual lamps)
Sold at
Lowe's stores nationwide and Lowes.com from approximately November 2017 through April 2018 for about $15.
Recall date
June 6, 2018
Incidents / injuries
None reported
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves GE Lighting's 31243 LED13T8U840 LED two pack tube lamps. These units are most often used in garages, basements, workshops and utility rooms. The GE logo and model information are printed on a label near the tube's base. Brand Model Product Code and Description GE Lighting 31243 LED13T8U840/2PKL

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