Meijer Recalls December Home Branded "Candelabra" Style Light Bulbs Due to Laceration Hazard
Meijer Recalls December Home Branded "Candelabra" Style Light Bulbs Due to Laceration Hazard
Motif du rappel / Danger
TranslatedSome packages of the light bulbs can include 3V bulbs intended for battery powered fixtures instead of the 120V versions as labeled. If a 3V bulb is used in a 120V fixture, it can burst, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Description du produit & Identification
TranslatedThis recall involves December Home branded candelabra style incandescent replacement light bulbs. The light bulbs have a metallic threaded base and glass shell. December Home is printed on the product packaging. They were sold in packages of one, two or three light bulbs.
Produits concernés
TranslatedDECEMBER HOME® Replacement Light Bulbs
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Meijer-Recalls-December-Home-Branded-Candelabra-Style-Light-Bulbs-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard |
| Title | Meijer Recalls December Home Branded "Candelabra" Style Light Bulbs Due to Laceration Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Dec-Home-bulbs-2.png |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled DECEMBER HOME replacement bulbs UPC 70882069258 |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Dec-Home-bulbs-1.png |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled DECEMBER HOME replacement bulb UPC 76023636133 |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Dec-Home-bulbs-flame.png |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Recalled DECEMBER HOME replacement bulbs UPC 76023636134 |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Dec-Home-bulbs-3.png |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Recalled DECEMBER HOME replacement bulbs UPC 76023636135 |
| Hazards › Name | Some packages of the light bulbs can include 3V bulbs intended for battery powered fixtures instead of the 120V versions as labeled. If a 3V bulb is used in a 120V fixture, it can burst, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received one report of an incident involving a 3V bulb used in a 120V fixture resulting in a "short out" in the fixture. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | DECEMBER HOME® Replacement Light Bulbs |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 19,200 |
| Recall I D | 9836 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled light bulbs and return them to Meijer for a full refund. |
| Importers › Name | Meijer Distribution Inc., of Grand Rapids, Michigan |
| Retailers › Name | Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky and Wisconsin from October 2023 through November 2023 for about $1.50 for the packages of one or two bulbs, and $2 for the packages of three bulbs. |
| Recall Date | 2024-02-01T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves December Home branded candelabra style incandescent replacement light bulbs. The light bulbs have a metallic threaded base and glass shell. December Home is printed on the product packaging. They were sold in packages of one, two or three light bulbs. |
| Product U P Cs › 1 › U P C | 70882069258 |
| Product U P Cs › 2 › U P C | 76023636133 |
| Product U P Cs › 3 › U P C | 76023636134 |
| Product U P Cs › 4 › U P C | 76023636135 |
| Recall Number | 24099 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Refund |
| Consumer Contact | Meijer at 800-927-8699 anytime or online at www.meijer.com/product-recalls or www.meijer.com and click on "Product Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2024-02-01T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Vietnam |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Meijer Recalls December Home Branded "Candelabra" Style Light Bulbs Due to Laceration Hazard?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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