Recall 14-141, published March 26, 2014
SATCO Products KolourOne Brand Panel Array 2.0 and DUO 2.0 PAR LED Light Bulbs
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
S8977Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: PAR30, S8934, S8935, S8936, S8941, S8942, S8943, S8947, S8948, S8949, S8971, S8972, GU24, S8973, S9054, PAR38, S8977, S8978, S8979, S8984, S8985, S8986, S9060, S9017, S9020, S9023.
Which products are included?
This recall involves SATCO KolourOne brand Panel Array 2.0 and DUO 2.0 PAR 30 and 38 LED light bulbs. The 13-, 14- and 17-watt white bulbs were sold in longneck and shortneck models and have the KolourOne logo printed on the neck of the bulb. Product numbers beginning with S89XX or S90XX are printed below the logo. Lot numbers are printed on the outer rim of the optical lens and those with the letter "A" in the last character position are not included in the recall. Models Product Numbers Panel Array 2.0 14 W PAR30 Shortneck E26 Base S8934, S8935, S8936, S8941, S8942, S8943 Panel Array 2.0 14 W PAR30 Longneck E26 S8947, S8948, S8949, S8971, S8972, and Gu24 Bulb S8973, S9054 Panel Array 2.0 17 W PAR38 E26 and Gu24 Base S8977, S8978, S8979, S8984, S8985, S8986, S9060 Duo 2.0 13 W PAR30 Shortneck Bulb S9017 Duo 2.0 13 W PAR30 Longneck Bulb S9020 Duo 2.0 17 W PAR38 Bulb S9023
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The metal housing/lens assembly can separate from the bulb's base and fall. This poses a risk of injury from impact to bystanders.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using and remove the recalled light bulbs from any fixture. Consumers can contact SATCO Products for free replacement bulbs.
What should I do if I have S8977?
- Confirm the model number. Find the label and compare every letter and digit with S8977, then check the lot or batch numbers the notice lists.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call (888) 770-7125, or go to www.satco.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a replacement. The notice says the remedy is free.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
- Brand
- SATCO Products
- Recall published
- March 26, 2014
- Category
- Lighting & Ceiling Fans
- Units
- About 119,000 in the U.S. and 2,350 in Canada
- Sold at / sales period
- Electrical supply stores, lighting showrooms, hardware and specialty stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from December 2012 to February 2014 for between $35 and $45.
Closest model numbers in this recall
S8977 is one of 26 model numbers this notice lists; these 8 are the closest to it. 5 of the others start with S897, like S8977.
