Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · About 104,000 in the U.S. (in addition, 8,500 were sold in Canad units
Lighting & Fans Recall No. 16-252 Published August 25, 2016

Cree® LED T8 Replacement Lamps

The recalled lamps can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard. sold at Home Depot stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from September 2015 – May 2016 for about $23.

Cree LED T8 Replacement Lamp
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Cree LED T8 Replacement Lamp

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The recalled lamps can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard.

12
Incident reports to the firm
0
Injuries reported
0
SaferProducts.gov reports

Cree has received 12 reports of the recalled lamps overheating and melting. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using, disconnect or switch off the fixture, remove the recalled lamp, put it in a safe place and contact Cree to receive a full refund. If consumers have received a free replacement lamp as part of the previous 2015 recall, they also should stop using the replacement lamps and contact Cree.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 104,000 in the U.S. (in addition, 8,500 were sold in Canad
Made inChina
Sold atHome Depot stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com
Sales periodSeptember 2015 – May 2016
PriceAbout $23
Category Lighting & Fans

How to reach the firm

Phone
888-338-7883
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday
Email
Recall page
www.cree.com

Verify phone numbers, hours and web addresses on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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