DECEMBER HOME® Replacement Light Bulbs Recall

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 19, 2026

📌 Recall Notice

Product: DECEMBER HOME® Replacement Light Bulbs

Brand: DECEMBER

Hazards: Explosion Hazard, Laceration Hazard

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

Official US CPSC Recall Notice
Recall #9836 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product DECEMBER HOME® Replacement Light Bulbs
Brand DECEMBER
Category Electronics
Recall Number 9836
Hazard Explosion Hazard, Laceration Hazard
Units Affected Not specified
Recall Date February 01, 2024
Remedy Contact manufacturer
Country 🇺🇸 United States

Recall Information Record: December Home Candelabra Style Light Bulbs

Recall Summary

On February 1, 2024, Meijer Distribution Inc., of Grand Rapids, Michigan, announced a recall of December Home branded candelabra style incandescent replacement light bulbs. The recall was issued due to a laceration hazard. 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.

Affected Products

The recalled products are 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. The bulbs were sold in packages of one, two, or three light bulbs.

The recalled products were sold at Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky, and Wisconsin from October 2023 through November 2023. Packages of one or two bulbs were sold for about $1.50, and packages of three bulbs were sold for about $2.00.

Approximately 19,200 units are included in this recall.

The recalled products have the following UPC numbers:
– 70882069258
– 76023636133
– 76023636134
– 76023636135

The products were manufactured in Vietnam.

Hazard Information

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.

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.

Consumer Action Required

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled light bulbs and return them to Meijer for a full refund.

Official Remedy

The official remedy is a full refund upon return of the recalled light bulbs to Meijer.

Contact Information

Consumers may 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.

Not specified in the recall notice: specific model numbers, type designations, or category identifiers for the recalled products. Not specified in the recall notice: any distributor information. Not specified in the recall notice: any additional manufacturer details beyond the country of manufacture. Not specified in the recall notice: any additional remedy options beyond refund. Not specified in the recall notice: any inconjunctions or legal actions related to this recall.

Recall Timeline

  • **February 01, 2024** – Recall announced by CPSC (Source)
  • **Current** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled DECEMBER HOME® Replacement Light Bulbs?

A: Check the model and serial number on your product against the official recall notice (#9836).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled DECEMBER HOME® Replacement Light Bulbs?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled DECEMBER HOME® Replacement Light Bulbs?

A: Contact the manufacturer using the information in the recall notice.

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Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
or independent investigations.

Consumers should refer to the original recall notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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