CPSC Recall in 2016: Philips Lighting Recalls Metal Halide Lamps Due to Burn and Laceration Hazards

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 16-172

Date: May 24, 2016

Product Name: Metal Halide Lamps

Recall Description:

This recall involves the Philips Energy Advantage Ceramic Metal Halide Lamps model CDM330. They are designed as energy efficient replacements for traditional 400W quartz metal halide lamps installed in magnetic ballasts and intended for use in high-ceiling industrial, retail and commercial applications. The lamps were sold in both clear and coated versions. Each lamp includes an etching, located either at the base of the lamp or on the ovoid of the lamps, that displays the relevant date code, along with Philips’ name, wattage (330W) and the model (CDM330). Affected lamps can be identified with one of the following date codes:Date CodeMonth/Year1EMay 20111FJune 20111GJuly 20111HAugust 20111JSeptember 20111KOctober 20111LNovember 20111MDecember 2011Each lamp includes an etching, located either at the base of the lamp or on the ovoid of the lamps, that displays the relevant date code, along with Philips’ name, wattage (330W) and the model (CDM330).

Hazard Description:

The outer bulbs can shatter, resulting in hot internal pieces of glass falling from the lamps, posing a burn and laceration hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 87,000

Incidents:

The firm has received two reports of lamps shattering. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Electrical supply distributors from May 2011 through June 2012 for about $40.

Manufactured In:

USA