Diode Dynamics (Diode) is recalling certain SL1 LED replacement headlamp bulbs, part numbers DD0215P, DD0216P, DD0217P, DD0218P, DD0219P, DD0323P and DD0340P. These bulbs exceed the luminous flux standards for replaceable light sources, may cause excessive glare or brightness to oncoming drivers. As such, these bulbs fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.”
Diode Dynamics – Bulb Creates Excessive Glare/FMVSS 108
| Report Received Date | 10/13/2020 |
| NHTSA ID | 20E077000 |
| Consequence Summary | If the bulbs cause excessive glare, or brightness for oncoming drivers, it can increase the risk of crash. |
| Corrective Action | Diode will notify owners, and will replace all SL1 LED headlamp bulbs with halogen headlamp bulbs, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2020. Owners may contact Diode customer service at 1-314-205-3033. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 27890 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20E077000) |
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