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.
"OSRAM SubstiTUBE® IS LED T8" is printed on a silver label affixed to the end of lamps.
Which products are included?
This recall involves SubstiTUBE IS T8 LED lamps. The recalled lamps are white, cylindrical in shape and measure 48 inches long and 1 inch in diameter. "OSRAM SubstiTUBE® IS LED T8" is printed on a silver label affixed to the end of lamps. The model number 73312-1 or 73315-1 also appears on the label beneath the statement "Compatible LED T8 for use with instant start T8 electronic ballasts."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Lamps can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Osram Sylvania Inc. received 34 reports of overheating and melting. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the lamps, remove them from the fixture and immediately contact Osram Sylvania for a free replacement.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Osram Sylvania
- Product type
- Lamps, Light bulbs
- Recall number
- 15-223
- Units
- About 46,300 in the U.S. (an additional 8,700 sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- South Korea
- Sold at / sales period
- Osram Sylvania industrial/commercial distributors between December 2014 and May 2015.
- Importer
- Osram Sylvania, Inc., of Danvers, Mass.
T8 LED lamps
CPSC product type: Light Bulbs
Recall contact information
Osram Sylvania Inc. toll free at 877-423-3772 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or email ProductQuality@sylvania.com or www.sylvania.com and click on the Site Map in the bottom right-hand corner, then click on "Recall Safety Information" for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.