Electrical Product Recall

Latest Electrical Product Recalls and Safety Notices (January 5th)

DC Adaptor Supplied With Beldray Revo Cordless Vacuums & Salter Hand Vacuum Cordless - Electrical Product Recall

plug electrical product recall

Risk

Fire and electric shock

Models affected

Adaptor model number: TYBSCD1400500
Affected products: Beldray Revo Cordless Vacuum, Beldray Revo Cordless
Pet Plus Vacuum, Beldray Revo Digital Vacuum and Salter Hand Vacuum
Cordless.

Details

A black 3-pin DC adaptor supplied with Beldray and Salter cordless vacuums.

The affected adaptors present a risk of fire and electric shock as a manufacturing defect may result in the back of the adaptor coming off, exposing internal components.

Hair Curling Wand Sold Via Amazon - Safety Notice

hair curler safety notice

Risk

Electric shock

Models affected

Model: SM-C505
Barcode: X001B4IM0R
Other product identifiers: FBA15HBBJ8JCU000008

Details

Black hair curling wand.

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it is inadequately earthed. The screws in the barrel break down the single insulation during normal use and storage of the product. The metal parts accessible to the consumer may become live due to the fault and lack of earthing and breakdown of the insulation, presenting an electric shock hazard to users.

Pro-Wax 100 Wax Heater - Safety Notice

wax safety notice

Risk

Electric shock

Models affected

Barcode: X00106ZRZJ

Details

White wax heater with blue lid and labelling.

The product presents a high risk of electric shock. The bowl of the product had a lacquer present preventing an adequate protective earth connection to accessible metal parts, which can allow the product to become live under fault conditions. The fuse also did not contain a ballast and is considered counterfeit, preventing its protective function from operating under fault conditions.
The product also required improvement to marking, labelling and documentation.

BlendJet 2 Portable Blender - Electrical Product Recall

Risk

Fire, Injuries

Models affected

The affected units have serial numbers within the following range:
5201000000 – 5542999999.

Details

A portable blender with a compact battery is sold in a variety of colours. The lithium-ion battery is rechargeable with a USB cable.

BlendJet Ltd. has detected two manufacturing defects in affected units. In certain circumstances of intensive use, a blender blade may break off, releasing a fragment, with the consequent risk of laceration of an internal
digestive organ if it is swallowed. Additionally, in certain circumstances or while charging, the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) may go overhead, causing a short circuit, with the consequent risk of fire.

Satzuma Plug And Go Disco Bulb - Electrical Product Recall

disco light electrical product recall

Risk

Electric shock

Models affected

Model: DB100
Product code: 7950667

Details

360 rotation disco light bulb.

The product presents a risk of electric shock as the construction of the bulb and adapter elbow allows the user access to live parts. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Brookstone Travel-Size Foldable Hairdryer - Electrical Product Recall

Risk

Fire

Models affected

Brand: Brookstone
Model: HS1169-WHA Product codes shown on receipt: 087150, 087158, 087166, 087170 or 087179.
Affected products were sold in TK Maxx and HomeSense stores and online between September 2023 and November 2023.

Details

White foldable hair dryer sold in white and blue cardboard packaging.

The product presents a risk of fire as the plug does not meet the requirements of the standard BS 1363. The product could overheat during use which may cause injury or a fire.

Jusfit Angle Grinder ZDH-12DC Sold Via EBay - Safety Notice

Risk

Electric Shock, Fire and Explosion

Models affected

Model Number: ZDH-12DC
Barcode: M010000000004676198
eBay Item Number: 355157274934

Details

Black and blue hand-held angle grinder.

The product presents a risk of electric shock, fire and explosion as the charger was of poor quality, with poor quality soldering with some wires soldered directly onto the printed circuit board with no secondary form of fixing. The transformer also did not meet the requirements for creepage and clearance and fails the electrical strength test. Additionally, the plug does not meet the dimensional requirements of the relevant standard, allowing access to live parts when plugging in, or unplugging, the plug from the socket.
The product also requires improvements to marking, labelling and documentation.

Key Universal UK Plug Wall Charger Sold By TK Maxx - Recall

wall charger product recall

Risk

Electric shock and Fire

Models affected

Brand: Key
Model: KUSBTC2A
Product code: 477173
Sales period: October 2023 to November 2023

Details

A black plug/wall charger in black cardboard packaging.

The product presents a risk of fire and electric shock as it does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363. The ISOD pin is below the minimum permitted tolerance and the neutral pin sleeve is in excess of the maximum permitted tolerance. Short pins can cause arcing and sparking in the socket, potentially resulting in a fire. Oversized pins can damage a socket and result in a poor-quality connection thereafter.

Jusfit Battery-Powered Chainsaw LTJ-8WS Sold Via EBay - Safety Notice

Risk

Electric shock, Fire and Explosion

Models affected

Model number: LTJ-8WS eBay Item Number: 314915611277

Details

Black and blue battery-powered chainsaw. 

The product presents a risk of electric shock, fire and explosion as the charger was of poor quality, with poor quality soldering with some wires soldered directly onto the printed circuit board with no secondary form of fixing. The transformer also did not meet the requirements for creepage and clearance and the battery failed the capacity verification test.

Jusfit Handheld Chainsaw LTJ12C-20 Sold Via EBay - Safety Notice

chainsaw safety notice

Risk

Cuts, Electric shock, Fire and Explosion

Models affected

Model number: LTJ12C-20
Barcode: M010000000004651430 eBay Item Number: 354845920231

Details

Red and black battery-powered chainsaw.

The product presents a serious risk of cuts as no chain brake was found to be present on the chainsaw to prevent kickback, and the guide bar cover does not cover the full length of the guide bar. The product presents a risk of electric shock, fire and explosion as the charger was of poor quality, with poor quality soldering with some wires soldered directly onto the printed circuit board with no secondary form of fixing. The transformer also did not meet the requirements for creepage and clearance and the battery failed the capacity verification test.

Wax Dissolving Lamp - Safety Notice

Risk

Fire, Electric shock

Models affected

Amazon barcodes: X001QU52VN, X001TC6Y3X. Other identifier: FBA15HDB6NT8U000003.

Details

Black lamp for melting wax candles.

The product presents a serious risk of fire and electric shock as it’s fitted with a counterfeit fuse which may not protect the product from potentially catching fire and injuring the user. The product also failed the electric strength test and there was a single insulation mains potential wiring in contact with unearthed accessible metallic parts, presenting an electric shock hazard to the user. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.

RAINBEAN Electric Kettle - Safety Notice

Risk

Fire

Models affected

Brand: RAINBEAN
Model Number: EK233
Amazon product identifiers: X001W13X67, FBA15HDBD6TJU000009

Details

Black electric kettle with protruding wood-effect handle with power supply cord and plug, packaged in black cardboard packaging.

The product presents a serious risk of fire as earthing arrangements are insufficient. The product is supplied with a counterfeit fuse, which did not contain a ballast, and may not operate as required in the case of a fault in the product or a surge in the current.

Yudotech Candle Warmer Lamp - Safety Notice

candle warmer safety notice

Risk

Fire, Electric shock

Models affected

Brand: YUDOTECH Model: CWL233-3 Barcode: X001S44J7F

Details

Table lamp with timer system and black power supply cord.

The product presents a serious risk of fire as the mains plug was not fitted with a fuse link which conforms to BS 1362. If a fault were to occur with the product, there is insufficient earthing and therefore the plug could explode from the wall, causing a fire. There was also a single insulation mains potential wire in contact with unearthed accessible conductive parts, presenting an electric shock hazard. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.

LED Vape Shop Sign - Safety Notice

Risk

Fire, Electric shock

Models affected

AC/DC adapter model: CFQX-1250

Details

Neon LED sign of a hand holding a vape. The product has an AC/DC plug with wall socket.

The product presents a serious risk of fire as it is fitted with a cloverleaf plug and did not have the facility for a fuse link. The plug does not meet the minimum measurement requirements and does not comply with BS1363. These types of plugs can also cause damage to electrical sockets which may also lead to internal sparking. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.

5 In 1 Heat Press Machine - Recall

product recall heat press

Risk

Electric shock

Models affected

Model: WBFHPM3838-5

Details

Black combination heat press machine supplied in cardboard packaging.

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it is not earthed. There is also possible access to live parts in the heating accessory outlet socket and in the non-compliant C13 appliance coupler, presenting a further electric shock hazard to users. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.

Plumbing Effect Sitting Person Portable Lamp - Safety Notice

Risk

Electric shock

Models affected

Model Number of Light Bulb: ST65
Product carton identifiers: B040…1132571215, M010…3068759, HG016, S50007000452957979, WI33308115.

Details

Anthropomorphic table lamp styled to be made out of pipes, supplied with a light bulb.

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as accessible metal parts were separated from live parts only by basic insulation, meaning the lamp would become live under fault conditions. The supply cord’s cross-sectional area was also insufficient and there was no bush provided at the point of entry for the supply cord or means of anchoring.

Soldering Iron Kit - Safety Notice

safety notice kit

Risk

Electric shock

Models affected

Product models: F936 (on instructions only), Plug = Ubill, UBL 8008.
Amazon product identifiers: X001CW1XB3, FBA15HC40VN0U000022, SKU: C69.

Details

The product is a soldering iron with additional accessories in a carrying case, with a power supply cord and plug.

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as there is access to live parts. The product is also inadequately earthed, with no granular filler in the fuse, which could lead to a fire if there was a fault in the product or a surge in the current.

LED Ceiling Light Sold Via Amazon - Safety Notice

lamp

Risk

Electric shock

Models affected

Model: BK5015
Packaging barcode: X0013WONFZ
Other product identifiers: FBA15HBBCL2BU000012

Details

LED ceiling mounting luminaire.

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it is inadequately earthed. The earth connection has not been made between bare metal and not locked against accidental loosening. Therefore, if a surge in current or a fault with the product were to occur, the earthing would fail, and the product would become live. The instructions were inadequate as they did not contain sufficient information to ensure the correct and safe use of the equipment. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.

LED String Lights Sold Via Amazon - Safety Notice

led string light safety notice

Risk

Fire

Models affected

Barcode: X001TQ7CHL
Other product identifiers: FBA15H4RTKDNU000017

Details

Wall plug operated LED string lights.

The product presents a serious risk of fire as the conductors are too thin and offer little to no protection from overheating under fault conditions. The poor conductors may overheat, and the cables could catch fire. The fuse had not been supplied with any granular filler. The filler is required to ensure the safe operation of the fuse under fault conditions. In addition, the chain was fitted with a non-UK plug that had been fitted with a conversion plug.

High Pressure Air Compressor - Safety Notice

product safety report

Risk

Fire

Models affected

Model Number (compressor): 30QB-SD
Model Number (water pump): CM-168
SKU: G1065-HPA-AP8A-01

Details

Blue high-pressure air compressor with black power supply cord and plug.

The product presents a serious risk of fire as earthing arrangements are insufficient. The product is supplied with a counterfeit fuse, which did not contain a ballast, and may not operate as required in the case of a fault in the product or a surge in the current. The voltage is also stated to be 220V which may not be suitable for the UK mains supply.

Creworks Ultrasonic Cleaner - Safety Notice

product safety report

Risk

Electric shock

Models affected

Brand: Creworks
Model Number: PS-100A
SKU: G1065-DUC-L030-UK
Carton numbers: RVG1065-230728-0002-209.

Details

30L ultrasonic cleaner with a power supply cord and plug.

The product presents a high risk of electric shock as the internal build quality is poor, with inadequate earthing arrangements. Over time, it is possible for the live wiring to loosen and come into contact with accessible metal parts, causing the product to become live.

Drywall Sander - Safety Notice

sander safety notice

Risk

Fire

Models affected

Model Number: 1640
SKU: G1065-DWS-1640-UK

Details

Orange and black drywall sander with a black power supply cord and plug.

The product presents a serious risk of fire as it was found to be inadequately earthed, meaning that if a fault was to occur, the product could become live and give the user an electric shock. The product also failed the electrical strength test, which presents a fire risk.

Hairdryer Sold Via Amazon - Safety Notice

hairdryer safety notice

Risk

Fire

Models affected

Model: D087
Amazon product identifiers: X001U6Z18P, FBA15H5XLRCVU000020

Details

Pink and grey hairdryer with a wall plug.

The product presents a high risk of fire as the endcaps of the product’s fuse were insecurely fixed, and the fuse had not been supplied with any granular filler. This meant that, if fault conditions were to occur, the fuse could not protect the product from potentially catching fire and injuring the user. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.

TUMAKOU High Frequency Beauty Machine - Safety Notice

beauty device safety notice

Risk

Electric shock

Models affected

Brand: TUMAKOU
Amazon ASIN: B0B259ZX99
SKU: X001OGIDIX

Details

A white glass high frequency beauty device in light blue cardboard packaging.

The product presents a high risk of electric shock as it features a poor-quality earth connection and allows access to live parts. The body of the appliance was not permanently fixed and could be separated without the use of a tool. If the product were to fail, and become live, the user may receive an electric shock. The instructions were inadequate as they did not contain sufficient information to ensure the correct and safe use of the equipment. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.

MSL Steam Cleaner, AH-SL-001 - Safety Notice

steam cleaner

Risk

Fire

Models affected

Brand: MSL
Model: AH-SL-001
Barcode: X001OPTQHB
SKU: H45365R-UK

Details

A black and red steam cleaner with black pipe and power supply plug.

The product presents a serious risk of fire as it includes a plug and fuse that do not meet the dimensional requirements of the relevant standard. The plug failed to meet the requirements of BS1363-1, as the pins were measured to have a thickness above the maximum permitted 4.05 mm. The dimensions of the sleeved parts of the pins differed from the metal parts of the pins, resulting in a distinct step between the two that may result in damage to the socket. The fuse does not comply with BS1362 as it has not been fitted with any
granular filler, which is required to ensure the safe operation of the fuse under fault conditions. The endcaps were insecurely pushed on trapping the fuse wire alongside the barrel. Some of the required documentation and markings werenot present.

Simple Electric Grill, DKS-301 - Safety Notice

Risk

Fire

Models affected

Model: DKS-301
SKU: OC0000016770274

Details

A black and dark green electric grill with a timer and power supply plug.

The product presents a serious risk of fire as it is fitted with a cloverleaf plug, which does not comply with BS 1363. The plug has no fuse, and the supply cord has an insufficient cross-sectional area. If there was a fault with the product, or a surge in electrical current, the plug may spark and catch fire. These types of plugs can also cause damage to electrical sockets which may also lead to internal sparking. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.

AIBOO Wall Lights (LED) Sold Via Amazon - Safety Notice

wall light safety notice

Risk

Fire

Models affected

Packaging barcode: X000RPL4FV
Other product identifiers: FBA15GWDDJG1U000005

Details

The product is a set of wall lights with an extension lead to connect all lights through a wall plug.

The product presents a high risk of fire as the mains plug module did not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363. The height of live and neutral pins and the width of the ISOD pin exceeded the maximum permitted tolerance. Over time, the pins can wear down and if the product overheats, the plug can catch fire and burn the user.

AIBOO Wall Light Sold Via Amazon - Safety Notice

wall light safety notice

Risk

Fire

Models affected

Model: HYT-1202000
Carton numbers: X000YALTZ9, FBA15G1U000001

Details

Product is a disc-shaped wall light with power plug and AC adapter.

The product presents a high risk of fire as the mains supply cord has excessive resistance. If the consumer were to plug in the product, the mains supply cord’s excessive resistance could make it overheat. If the supply cord catches fire, the user could get burnt from touching the plug or from debris. The plug also
did not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1362, and the fuse is a suspected counterfeit as it only weights 1.5g.

Bravoli Mini Chainsaw Sold Via Amazon - Safety Notice

product safety report

Risk

Electric shock, injuries.

Models affected

Model: 8603
Amazon carton identifiers: X001N7R9TR, FBA15GW9TKB4U00005

Details

Miniature chainsaw with lithium rechargeable battery.

The product presents a high risk of electric shock as the transformer was of a poor build quality because it did not meet the requirements for creepage and clearance. The product also presents a risk of injuries as it was supplied with a guide bar cover however the cover does not fit correctly as it does not cover the whole blade exposing some of the sharp chain teeth. Improvements are also required to quality assurance, documentation, markings, and the declaration of conformity must be supplied with the product.

Huhomco Electric Steering Wheel Mixer - Safety Notice

electrical wheel mixer

Risk

Fire

Models affected

Brand: Huhomco
Barcode: 2303017735
Amazon ASIN: B0BFDRSZTV
SKU: TH020001UK

Details

‘Steering-wheel’ mixer with charging cable and ear defenders.

The product presents a serious risk of fire. The supply cord is insufficient for the rated power and includes a fuse which does not contain enough granular filler to function, which could cause a fire under surge and fault conditions. The product also required improvements to marking, labelling and documentation.

Jigong Heat Tool - Safety Notice

hot air gun

Risk

Fire

Models affected

9939803, 921032837967, IC90624023042726001

Details

Black heat tool with red tip and black power supply cord.

The product presents a high risk of fire as this sample had not been fitted with any over-temperature protection for the element. During testing, the enclosure started to melt and emit copious amounts of smoke. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.

FOXSUR 7-Stage Smart Battery Charger - Safety Notice

Risk

Electric shock

Models affected

Barcode: 921097182649
Model: FBC122410E

Details

Black and yellow smart battery charger.

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it failed the electric strength test. The insulation broke down when the 3000 V test voltage was applied between the input and output circuits. If the insulation breaks down during normal use, the user may touch a live metal part of the casing while the item is switched on and receive an electric shock. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.

Smilovii Electric Drill Sold Via Amazon - Safety Notice

electric drill

Risk

Electric shock

Models affected

Brand: Smilovii
Charger model number: OBL-2100700B
Amazon ASIN: B0BCY6NF4N
Amazon barcode: X001MNEPXF
FBA: FBA15GS22BFCU000017

Details

A black and blue electric drill with charger in a black carry case.

The product presents a high risk of electric shock as the mains plug supplied does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363 as the earth pin was too small. As the product does not provide the required level of earthing protection required, the user may receive an electric shock when a fault occurs. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.

Lusta LED Reptile Heat Lamp - Safety Notice

heat lamp safety notice

Risk

Fire and electric shock

Models affected

ASIN: B08V8TK4H6
Other product identifiers: X001EKWCGN

Details

Black heat lamp.

The product presents a serious risk of fire and electric shock as the fuse holder in the plug was damaged and the fuse had been fitted incorrectly. The fuse was only touching the damaged terminal. This is therefore not a reliable connection and could cause arcing and/or a different higher breaking current to that stated on the fuse. The product was also not supplied with instructions to give information and required safety warnings for the precautions to be taken and safe use of the product.

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 recommend 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.