CPSC recall 18-131, announced March 29, 2018, covers GTC halogen light bulbs (about 2.5 million units). The halogen light bulbs can shatter while in use in a lamp or light fixture, posing laceration and fire hazards to consumers. The notice cites 14 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled halogen light bulbs and return them to H-E-B for a full refund. Recall contact: call 800-432-3113, or go to www.heb.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.
Which products are included?
Read the full CPSC product description and restrictions
This recall involves GTC halogen light bulbs. They were sold in packages of 2 or 4 bulbs. The bulb packages were sold in 25 watt, 40 watt, 60 watt, 75 watt, or 100 watt bulb varieties in either clear or soft white colors. The bulbs measure approximately 4.5 inches in length and 2.375 inches in diameter. The tops of the bulbs read "GTC" and include the wattage and lumens values. The bulbs are packaged in blue and red cardboard boxes that read: "GTC NATURAL LIGHT" across the top, along with the wattage and color of the bulb. The UPC codes are printed on the product packaging. Only bulbs with the following UPC codes are included in the recall: Product Name UPC GTC A19 HAL 60W 1500HR SW 4PK 4122043932 GTC A19 HAL 75W 1500HR SW 4PK 4122065268 GTC A19 HAL 100W 1500HR SW 4PK 4122017409 GTC A19 HAL 60W 1500HR CLR 4PK 4122017463 GTC A19 HAL 75W 1500HR CLR 4PK 4122017576 GTC A19 HAL 100W 1500HR CL 4PK 4122065608 GTC A19 HAL 40W 1500HR CLR 2P 4122084562 GTC A19 HAL 60W 1500HR CLR 2P 4122029652 GTC A19 HAL 75W 1500HR CLR 2PK 4122029783 GTC A19 HAL 100W 1500HR CL 2PK 4122065177 GTC A19 HAL 25W 1500HR SW 2PK 4122030062 GTC A19 HAL 40W 1500HR SW 2PK 4122017464 GTC A19 HAL 60W 1500HR SW 2PK 4122017397 GTC A19 HAL 75W 1500HR SW 2PK 4122065271 GTC A19 HAL 100W 1500HR SW 2PK 4122017418
What to look for
- Also in the notice
- UPC codes. Compare these as well.
- Where to look
the product packaging
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- August 2015 through December 2017
- Price paid
- $2.20 to $4
Why it was recalled
The halogen light bulbs can shatter while in use in a lamp or light fixture, posing laceration and fire hazards to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 14 reports of the light bulbs shattering while in a lamp or light fixture. One consumer had a cut on his hand, and another had a burn to his hand and cuts on his foot.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled halogen light bulbs and return them to H-E-B for a full refund.
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 800-432-3113, or go to www.heb.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a refund.
- 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
- Parkway Trading and Manufacturing
- Product type
- Light bulbs
- Recall number
- 18-131
- Units
- About 2.5 million
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- H-E-B stores in Texas or online at www.heb.com from August 2015 to December 2017 for about $2.20 (for 2 pack) and $4 (for 4 pack).
- Importer
- Parkway Trading and Manufacturing Company, of San Antonio, Texas (an HEB company)
- Distributor
- HEB Grocery Company LLC, of San Antonio, Texas
This recall in context
Compared with the 26 light bulb recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 2.5 million units: the 2nd-largest of 25 light bulb recalls that state a unit count. The median is 46,300 units.
- Hazards
- Fire: named in 14 of 26 light bulb recalls, the most common hazard among them. Laceration: named in 7 of 26 light bulb recalls.
- Remedy
- Refund: offered in 9 of 26 light bulb recalls. The most common is replacement (11).
- Time on sale
- About 2 years. Recalled 3 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
H-E-B at 800-432-3113 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.heb.com and click on Product Recalls under the Customer Service heading at the bottom of the homepage for more information
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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