CPSC recall 18170 — GE Lighting Recalls LED Tube Lamps Due to Shock and Electrocution Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores

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

CPSC · 18170 · published 2018-06-06

CPSC campaign 18170

Hazard

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

Remedy

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.

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Affected products

Cool White Universal T8/T12 LED tube lamps