CPSC Recall in 2013: LED Light Bulbs Recalled by Lighting Science Group Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 13-142

Date: March 19, 2013

Product Name: LED Light Bulbs

Recall Description:

The 120-volt LED bulbs sold as 6, 8 or 9 watts equivalent to 40 or 50 watts were sold under Definity, EcoSmart, Sylvania and Westinghouse brand names. There are reports of melted and damaged light fixtures and burned floors.

Hazard Description:

The bulbs can overheat during use, posing a fire hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 554,000

Incidents:

Lighting Science Group is aware of 68 incidents of product failures, eight of which were accompanied by visible smoke or fire conditions. The incidents include damage to light sockets, melted fixtures, burned rugs/carpet/ floors, damage to a circuit and to a lamp. There have been no reports of personal injuries.

Sold At:

Various retailers including hardware and lighting and electrical supply stores.

Manufactured In:

China (with a small number of products having final assembly in Florida or Mexico)