CPSC recall 13-265, announced August 15, 2013, covers Philips Lighting Endura and Ambient LED dimmable light bulbs (about 99,000 units). A lead wire in the bulb's housing can have an improper fitting, which can electrify the entire lamp and pose a shock hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled LED bulbs, unplug the fixture, remove the bulb and contact Philips for free replacement bulbs. Recall contact: call (800) 295-5147, go to www.recall.philips.com, or email ledprincelamp@philips.com.
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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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The bulbs are orange in color and have "MADE IN CHINA," "Fabrique in Chine" followed by a slanted "S," and the model number 9290001829 printed on the gray plastic band on the neck of the bulbs.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Endura 12-watt and Ambient 12.5-watt LED dimmable light bulbs. The bulbs are orange in color and have "MADE IN CHINA," "Fabrique in Chine" followed by a slanted "S," and the model number 9290001829 printed on the gray plastic band on the neck of the bulbs. The date codes, 2L for the Endura bulbs and 2K or 2L for the Ambient bulbs, are printed on the metal screw base. The bulbs give off a white light and are used indoors to replace incandescent bulbs. The following chart outlines the recall details: Product Name Model Number Ordering Code UPC Date Code EnduraLED 12W A19 2700k Dimmable 120V 9290001829 12A19/END/2700-800 DIM 46677 40994 2L AmbientLED 12.5W A19 2700k Dimmable 120V 9290001829 BC-12.5A19/AMB/2700-800 DIM 46677 42215 2K and 2L
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Also in the notice
- Date codes and UPC codes. Compare these as well.
- Where to look
the gray plastic band on the neck of the bulbs
andthe metal screw base
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- October 2012 through May 2013
- Where sold
- The Home Depot and Amazon, among the sellers the notice names
- Price paid
- $15 to $30
Why it was recalled
A lead wire in the bulb's housing can have an improper fitting, which can electrify the entire lamp and pose a shock hazard.
Incidents and injuries
No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled LED bulbs, unplug the fixture, remove the bulb and contact Philips for free replacement bulbs.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call (800) 295-5147, go to www.recall.philips.com, or email ledprincelamp@philips.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.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Philips Lighting
- Manufacturer
- Philips Lighting Co., of Somerset, N.J.
- Product type
- Light bulbs
- Recall number
- 13-265
- Units
- About 99,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Home Depot, grocery and home center stores nationwide, online retailers, including Amazon.com and through electrical distributors between October 2012 and May 2013 for between $15 and $30.
Endura and Ambient LED dimmable light bulbs
CPSC product type: Light Bulbs
This recall in context
Compared with the 26 light bulb recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 99,000 units: the 10th-largest of 25 light bulb recalls that state a unit count. The median is 46,300 units.
- Hazard
- Electric shock: named in 7 of 26 light bulb recalls.
- Remedy
- Replacement: offered in 11 of 26 light bulb recalls, the most common remedy.
- Brand history
- Philips Lighting is named in 4 CPSC notices in this index, from 2011 to 2014. This recall is the 3rd. The one before: Philips Lighting Metal Halide Lamps (13-211, Jun 2013). 3 of them are light bulb recalls.
- Time on sale
- 8 months. Recalled 3 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
Philips Lighting Co. at (800) 295-5147 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, online at www.recall.philips.com, choose United States/English and click on the Endura and Ambient LED bulb recall for more information or email the firm at ledprincelamp@philips.com for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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