Recalls in 2023
By month
Most recalled brands
Recalls in Austria in 2023
- 2023-12-22
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EUCosmetic set · Glamour and Shine
The product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) and methylisothiazolinone (MI) (measured values: up to 0.002 % and 0.005 %) and benzisothiazolinone (measured value: up to 0.0005…
EU Safety Gate · reported by AustriaOfficial notice →- 2023-11-24
- ATEU
Battery-operated soft toy (Maxi Calin) · Chien Aboie et Bouge
Small parts (eyes and the nose) can easily detach. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
- 2023-10-13
- ATEU
Bandages for aromatherapy (Wiener Kosmetikum) · Aromawickel medium
The product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) and methylisothiazolinone (MI) (measured values: up to 0.0013% and 0.0048%), which are forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. Dermal…
- 2023-08-25
- ATEU
Children's hoodie (Breeze, Breeze Girls) · Breeze Girls Forever
The hoodie has functional cords in the neck and upper-chest area which can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to injuries or strangulation. The product does not comply with the requirements of…
- ATEU
Children's hoodie (MACKAYS) · THE BORN OF AGAIN
The hoodie has functional cords close to the neck area and upper chest area which can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to injury and strangulation. The product does not comply with the…
- 2023-08-18
- ATEU
Push along toy
The toy has several small pieces that can detach easily. A child can put them in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
EU Safety Gate · reported by AustriaOfficial notice → - 2023-08-04
- ATEU
Skin lightening cream (Golden Pearl) · Beauty Cream
The product contains mercury, which is forbidden in this cosmetic product. Mercury accumulates in the body and can damage the kidneys, brain and nervous system. Additionally, it may affect reproduction and the unborn…
- ATEU
Toy whistle · Pfeife
The sound pressure level of the whistle is too high (measured value: up to 97.3 dB). This could lead to tinnitus and temporary / permanent hearing loss. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy…
EU Safety Gate · reported by AustriaOfficial notice → - ATEU
Skin lightening cream · Skin Beauty Super whitening cream
The product contains hydroquinone, which is forbidden in this cosmetic product. Hydroquinone can cause allergic contact dermatitis. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
EU Safety Gate · reported by AustriaOfficial notice → - ATEU
Helmet (MV Sports & Leisure Ltd.) · SAFETY HELMET
Due to the inadequate attachment system, the helmet does not fit properly on the head. This may cause injury in the event of a fall. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation nor…
- 2023-07-28
- ATEU
Bicycle (woom) · ORIGINAL
The stem of the bike can loosen or come off, which can lead to a loss of steering, falls and injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
- ATEU
Children's fancy dress (NKD) · Kinderkostüm Marienkäfer
The product is highly flammable and may catch fire if worn close to a an ignition source, resulting in burns. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard…
- 2023-07-21
- ATEU
Balance bike (woom) · woom ORIGINAL
The stem of the bike can loosen or come off, which can cause a loss steering ability. This may lead to falls, injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
- 2023-07-14
- ATEU
Helmet (HOMYY) · Taktischer Helm, Militär-Stil, Schutzhelm für Airsoft Paintball, ... Mountainbike,…
There are bare screws on the inside surface of the helmet which could cause a skull fracture/wounds in the event of an accident or fall.The material of the helmet is not tested, too weak and it risks to break in case…
- 2023-07-07
- ATEU
Helmet (Vihir) · BMX Helm Wakeboard Helm Skaterhelm Fahrradhelm Herren Damen Jungs & Kinderhelm…
The impact absorption capacity of the helmet is insufficient. In the event of an impact, users may suffer head injuries. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation nor with the…
- 2023-05-12
- ATEU
Heatable ski-boot-bag (Fischer) · Skibootbag Heated 230V/12V
The temperature controller of the ski boot bag can overheat due to an electrical defect. This may start a fire or cause burns to the user. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety…
- 2023-05-05
- ATEU
Cosmetics kit (Pop) · Girls Mini Beauty Case Set
Parts of the product (heart-shaped red nail varnish and heart-shaped yellow nail varnish) contain a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) and methylisothiazolinone (MI) (measured values: up to…
- 2023-04-28
- ATEU
Plastic duck toy · Schokolinsen aus 60% Milchschokolade mit buntem Zuckerüberzug
The product can easily break, resulting in small parts. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN…
EU Safety Gate · reported by AustriaOfficial notice → - 2023-04-07
- ATEU
Exhaust fan (EUNEWR)
The protective earth is not connected to the appliance. Voltage can be tapped on the metal housing and on the motor, which could cause electric shock to a user. The product does not comply with the requirements of the…
- 2023-03-31
- ATEU
Electric shoe dryer (Lutateo) · Lutateo
The pins of the mains plug are not adequately insulated.The user may touch a live pin and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive.
- 2023-03-24
- ATEU
Portable fan (Fetcoi / Heyuncn)
The product advertised as explosion-proof has not been subject to a conformity assessment and can cause an explosion in a potentially explosive atmosphere. The product does not comply with the requirements of the…
- 2023-03-17
- ATEU
Children's trousers (C & Y Binbi Moda) · Champion League
The product has long drawstrings with free ends to be tied in the waist area. The drawstrings may become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to injuries. The product does not comply with the…
- ATEU
Children's trousers (Bella&bello kids) · lucky girl
The product has long drawstrings with free ends to be tied in the waist area. The drawstrings may become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to injuries. The product does not comply with the…
- 2023-03-03
- ATEU
Children's hooded sweatshirt (Retro Jeans) · PEPINO HOODIE
The product bears cords with free ends in the hood area. These drawstrings can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation and/or injuries. The product does not comply with the…
- 2023-02-17
- ATEU
Sleeping bag (Phil&Phae) · Sommerschlafsack "Almond Milk"
The sleeping bag bears long functional cords with free ends. These cords can become trapped while the child is sleeping, leading to strangulation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General…
- ATEU
Sleeping bag (Nobodinoz) · Nobodinoz Schlafsack Sommer Lin Francais
The sleeping bag bears long functional cords with free ends. These cords can become trapped while the child is sleeping, leading to strangulation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General…
- 2023-02-10
- ATEU
Hair dye · Black Rose
The product contains sodium perborate (as declared on the packaging), which releases boron (measured value: 21.4 mg/kg) and is forbidden in cosmetic products. Additionally, the product contains p-phenylenediamine (PPD)…
EU Safety Gate · reported by AustriaOfficial notice → - ATEU
Hair dye (Kali Mehandi) · Black Rose
According to the list of ingredients, the product contains Barium peroxide, which is forbidden in cosmetics and releases barium; the latter substance was found in the product (measured value: 7.8% by weight). Barium…
- ATEU
Electric bike (GASGAS Bicycles, Husqvarna E-Bicycles, R Raymon)
Due to a series of defects, the braking system may fail. Consequently, the user may fall and suffer injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive.
EU Safety Gate · reported by AustriaGASGAS Bicycles, Husqvarna E-Bicycles, R RaymonOfficial notice → - 2023-01-13
- ATEU
Soft toy
A small part (nose) can easily detach. A small child may put it in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
EU Safety Gate · reported by AustriaOfficial notice →