Electrical Product Recalls and Safety Reports

Electrical Product Recalls and Safety Reports (August 9th)

Product Safety Report - Black Wall Lamp (2407-0059)

Summary

Product: Black Wall Lamp

Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it is insufficiently earthed.

Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.

Product information

TypeElectrical appliances and equipment – Wall lamp
Country of OriginChina
Product DescriptionA wall lamp with LED Bulb.
Product Report and ImageLink to Product Image and PDF

List of Affected Models

SKUOther Product Identifiers
HG43735-29M010000000005043625, S500065000465914971, B040000000117163 6254, No 12
HG43735-22M010000000005043626, S500072000469524924, B040000000117163 6183, No 5
HG43735-30M010000000005043624, S500031000465925034, B040000000117613 6336, No 20

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it is insufficiently earthed with, basic insulation separating the user from live parts. Under fault conditions, accessible metal parts could become live and give the user an electric shock.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Product Recall - IKEA VARMFRONT 5200 mAh and 10500 mAh Power Banks (2407-0105)

Summary

Product: IKEA VARMFRONT 5200 mAh and 10500 mAh Power Banks

Hazard: Affected models present a risk of fire, as they may contain a faulty battery cell.

Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users by IKEA.

Product information

TypeElectrical appliances and equipment – Portable Power Bank
BrandVARMFRONT
Country of OriginChina
Product DescriptionTwo models of blue portable power banks.
Product Report and ImageLink to Product Image and PDF

Affected Models

DescriptionModelArticle NumberDate Stamp
VARMFRONT power bank 5200 mAh, blueE2037705556472318, 2319 or 2322
VARMFRONT power bank 10400 mAh, dark blueE2038105556452313, 2316, 2318 or 2319

Hazard

Affected products may contain a faulty battery cell, which can cause the batteries to enter into ‘thermal runaway’. This could result in the product overheating, igniting or a causing a fire.

The affected models do not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.

Corrective action

The product has been recalled from end users by IKEA. Owners should stop using this product immediately and contact IKEA for a replacement or full refund.

For further information, please access the IKEA recall page at the following link: https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/customer-service/product-support/recalls/varmfront-power-banks-pubd8cd18a0.

Product Recall - Baseus Magnetic Wireless Charging Power Bank sold via AliExpress, Amazon and eBay (2407-0114)

Summary

Product: Baseus Magnetic Wireless Charging Power Bank sold via AliExpress, Amazon and eBay

Hazard: The products present a risk of fire as the battery may overheat and ignite.

Corrective action: The products have been recalled from end users.

Product information

TypeElectrical appliances and equipment – Power Bank
BrandBaseus
Model NumbersPPCXM06 and PPCXW06
Country of OriginChina
Product DescriptionThe products were offered in white, black, light blue, and light pink colours. Both models have a magnetic side that attaches to mobile phones with magnetic charging functionality.
Product Report and ImageLink to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a risk of fire as it is possible for the lithium-ion battery in the power bank to overheat and ignite.

The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.

Corrective action

Owners should stop using this product immediately and disconnect it from any chargers or devices.

The product has been recalled from end users by the manufacturer. Further information can be accessed on the Baseus website at the following link: https://baseuspowerbankeu.expertinquiry.com/

Owners of affected products should dispose of them safely via their local household waste disposal site, checking first with their local centre if they accept this type of battery. For further information on household waste, access the following Gov.uk webpage: https://www.gov.uk/dispose-household-waste

Product Safety Report - Svater String Lights sold via Amazon (2408-0003)

Summary

Product: Svater String Lights sold via Amazon

Hazard: The product presents a high risk of electric shock as the product is sold for outdoor use, but does not have the required protections to prevent water damage.

Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.

Product information

TypeElectrical appliances and equipment – String lights
BrandSvater
ModelH05RN-F 3G1MM2
BarcodeX00168CNHB
Amazon IdentifierFBA15J3TMC2BU000017
Country of OriginChina
Product DescriptionA set of 128-foot LED string lights with black plastic bases attached to a UK wall plug. The product also includes instructions for use.
Product Report and ImageLink to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a high risk of electric shock as the cord insulation is inadequate and not suitable for long-term use outside. The consumer could receive an electric shock if the product becomes water-damaged due to the incorrect cabling.

The instructions did not contain some of the specified warnings which may result in the inadvertent misuse of the lighting chain. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Product Safety Report - KEAGAR Pack of 2 UK Plug Adapters sold via Amazon and eBay (2405-0088)

Summary

Product: KEAGAR Pack of 2 UK Plug Adapters sold via Amazon and eBay

Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as there is direct access to live parts.

Corrective action: The listings have been removed by the online marketplaces.

Product information

TypeElectrical appliances and equipment – UK Plug Adapter
BrandKEAGAR
Amazon ASINB09YLW7B8F
eBay Item Number256503427134
Listing nameWhite and Black or White plastic 3 pin adapter for EU/US plugs to convert to UK BS 1363 sockets.
Country of OriginChina
Product DescriptionWhite and black, or white, plastic 3-pin adapter for EU/US plugs to convert to UK plug sockets conforming to BS 1363.
Product Report and ImageLink to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as there is direct access to live parts due to a lack of shutters on the pin engagement ports. Additionally, the live and neutral pins are too close to the edge of the adaptor, which could allow the consumer to touch the live pin when energised.

The product also presents a risk of fire, as it is supplied with an incorrect fuse, which could cause the adapter to overheat.

The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.

Corrective action

We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.

The listings have been removed by the online marketplaces (Amazon and eBay).

What to do next?

If you believe you have an affected product stop using it immediately and contact the retailer for further advice.

We strongly recommends that anyone who discovers they have an electrical item that has been recalled should stop using it until it has been checked by the manufacturer.