Recalls in 2022
By month
Sports & outdoor recalls in the EU & EEA in 2022
- 2022-12-16
DE
EUPortable camping stove (Optimus)
An internal part of the gas regulator may have a rough edge, which could create a hole in the seal or membrane. Gas could leak from the back of the gas regulator and pose a fire risk if ignited. The product does not…
- 2022-12-02
ESEUProtective helmet (Anova) · Casco de seguridad
The helmet cannot be adjusted without the use of tools and it does not provide sufficient protection from mechanical shocks. The chin strap does not provide sufficient protection because it detaches when subjected to a…
FREUDiving tank (SMACO) · SMACO S700
The product has not undergone the conformity assessment involving a competent European conformity assessment body. Consequently, it is not proven that the product fulfils the safety requirements. The product does not…
- 2022-11-25
ATEUTrampoline (Energetics) · Energetics 100cm
The springs are not sufficiently resistant and may break. The user can slip through the gap between the remaining springs and be injured. Furthermore, a broken spring can also hit and injure other users next to the…
- 2022-10-28
FIEUBicycle lighting (ProX series) · Polkupyörän lamppu
The insulation of the battery charger is inadequate and the creepage distance between the primary and accessible secondary circuit is not sufficient. The user could receive an electric shock from accessible live parts.…
CZEUCamping lamp · CAMPING LAMP SOLAR ZOOM
The camping lamp cover at the connection point of the power supply can be easily removed without the need for force or the use of a tool, leaving accessible live parts. A user may touch them and receive an electric…
EU Safety Gate · reported by CzechiaOfficial notice →- 2022-09-23
SIEUBicycle light set (MUDDYFOX) · LED 100 silver
The product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and di-n-butyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values up to 9.48% and 0.13% by weight respectively).These phthalates may harm the health of…
- 2022-09-09
- DEEU
Fitness gloves (Chiba Gloves for Sports)
The product contains chromium (VI) (measured value up to 17.5 mg/kg). Chromium (VI) is sensitising in contact with the skin, can trigger allergic reactions and may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the…
- 2022-08-12
- FREU
Climbing chalk (Climbing Technology) · Mag Fluid
The labelling and packaging of this product disregard the risks inherent in its use. The user is not properly informed that this product is flammable. The product does not comply with the Regulation on classification,…
- 2022-07-15
- FIEU
Camping stove - windscreen (Optimus) · Optimus Vega (windscreen)
If the user does not follow the user manual and leaves an insufficient gap between the windscreen and the pot in a poorly ventilated space, this can cause a carbon monoxide poisoning. The product does not comply with…
- 2022-07-08
- DEEU
Bicycle part / saddle joint (freibeik)
The saddle joint may break due to material fatigue during use. The user may lose control of the bicycle, fall and suffer injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety…
- 2022-06-17
- FREU
Inflatable life jacket (Accastillage diffusion by plastimo, Plastimo) · Gilets de sauvetage équipés de l'ensemble déclencheur hydrostatique Hammar MA1 et…
The life jacket may not inflate fast enough, increasing the risk of drowning when used. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation.
- 2022-05-27
ROEUFitness watch (KIPRUN) · GPS500/GPS550
The battery could overheat and may cause burns and/or possible start of fire during charging and/or in use. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Radio Equipment Directive.
- 2022-05-06
- FREU
Riding helmet (SWING) · SWING EQUESTRIAN SAFETY
The product can easily break and does not adequately absorb impacts, leading to head injury for the user in the event of a fall or impact. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation.
- 2022-04-29
LVEUBicycle helmet · EVADE
The helmet can easily break during an impact, thus not sufficiently protecting the user from injuries to the head. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation nor with the European…
EU Safety Gate · reported by LatviaOfficial notice →- LVEU
Bicycle helmet · EVADE
The helmet can easily break during an impact, thus not sufficiently protecting the user from injuries to the head. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation nor with the European…
EU Safety Gate · reported by LatviaOfficial notice → - LVEU
Bicycle helmet · KASK
The helmet does not fully absorb impacts, thus not sufficiently protecting the user from injuries to the head. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation nor with the European…
EU Safety Gate · reported by LatviaOfficial notice → - 2022-04-22
LTEUHelmet (proFEX) · Protective helmet for cyclists
The helmet can easily break during an impact, thus not sufficiently protecting the user from injuries to the head. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation nor with the European…
- 2022-04-15
- LTEU
Helmet (Polisport Sport Ride) · Helmet for cyclists
The helmet can easily break during an impact, thus not sufficiently protecting the user from injuries to the head. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation nor with the European…
- 2022-04-01
- LTEU
Helmet (METEOR) · Helmet for cyclists, skateboards or roller skates users
The shock-absorbing capacity of the helmet is insufficient. As a result, the child might suffer injuries in case of an impact. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation nor with the…
- 2022-03-11
NOEULED lantern · Touch Panel Camping Lantern
The solder contains an excessive amount of lead and cadmium (measured value up to 14,82 % and 0,16 % by weight, respectively). Furthermore, the plastic of the charging cord contains an excessive amount of…
EU Safety Gate · reported by NorwayOfficial notice →- 2022-03-04
- ATEU
Ski boot (Fischer) · TRAVERS CARBON PRO
A carbon cuff can crack or break if the flaps of the cuff are bent too far. Further damage may occur during continuous use which can lead to a complete breakage of the cuff which would put the wearer at risk of falling…
PLEUPersonal Watercraft (Kawasaki) · Jet Ski
The front storage compartment lid and fixings may be damaged under certain riding conditions such as riding in rough water. In these conditions water can be forced under the lid placing excessive pressure on the lid…
- 2022-02-25
SKEUBicycle (Vigor) · Mountain bicycle
The bicycle front fork, bike frame, pedals, break system, seat post and handlebars can easily break.Moreover, the breaks do not work properly.:The bike driver can therefore fall and suffer injuries. The product does…
- 2022-02-18
SEEUBicycle handle · 2pcs/1 Pair Mountain Road Cycling Bike Bicycle MTB Handlebar Cover Grips Smooth Soft…
The product contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), di-isobutyl phthalate (DIBP) and di-n-butyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values up to 3.3% and 0.8%% by weight respectively). These…
EU Safety Gate · reported by SwedenOfficial notice →- DEEU
Screw-D-ring for climbing harnesses (Edelrid) · Screw-D-Ring to Harnesses
The screw placed in the D-ring eyelets of the climbing harness can break, resulting in a fall leading to injuries to the user. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulation.
- 2022-02-11
ISEUBicycle helmet (Rawlink)
The helmet can easily break during an impact, thus not sufficiently protecting the user from injuries to the head. Furthermore, the rear belt connection tears out easily, hence the helmet may slip off; the lack of…
- 2022-01-28
- NOEU
Plastic ball (Ox brand) · OX PVC Yoga ball w/ pump OX PVC Yogaball med pumpe
The grey soft plastic material contains an excessive amount of diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (measured value: 33,01% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their…
- 2022-01-21
- PLEU
First stage diving regulator (XDEEP)
The membrane applied in the device may get damaged. Broken membrane may lead to the breathing gas overflow and increased breathing effort, posing a risk of asphyxiation and suffocation when diving. The product does not…