Recalls in 2025
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Recalls in New Zealand in 2025
- 2025-12-24
NZVarious Seatbelt extenders / extension straps sold via Kogan (by seller 'A.L.E. Trading')
The stitching of the seatbelt may come apart and separate from the buckle. There is a risk of serious injury or death as the seatbelt may not properly restrain an occupant if the vehicle stops abruptly or is in a car…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice →- NZ
Children’s poncho towel with ties - Sold at H&M
The products do not comply with the mandatory Children’s Nightwear Standard AS/NZS1249:2014. There is a risk of serious burn injuries if the product is exposed to a heat or flame source.
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - NZ
Children’s poncho towel with ties - Sold at H&M. Recall updated - first published June 2025.
Updated December 2025 (expanded dates of sale recalled). Originally published 17 June 2025: The products do not comply with the mandatory Children’s Nightwear Standard AS/NZS1249:2014. There is a risk of serious burn…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - NZ
Children’s hooded dressing gown - Sold at H&M. Recall updated - first published June 2025.
Updated December 2025 (expanded dates of sale recalled). Originally published 17 June 2025: The products do not comply with the mandatory Children’s Nightwear Standard AS/NZS1249:2014. They do not include the required…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-12-22
- NZ
Pretty as a Bow Tea Pot 500ml by dusk
The bow-shaped handle on the affected products may break unexpectedly during use. Risk of injury including laceration from sharp edges and scalding from hot liquid if the bow handle breaks. Incidents causing injury…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - NZ
Pretty as a Bow Glass Mugs 2 Pack by dusk
The bow-shaped handle on the affected products may break unexpectedly during use. Risk of injury including laceration from sharp edges and scalding from hot liquid if the bow handle breaks. Incidents causing injury…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - NZ
Naked Sunday Collagen Glow Priming Lotion - Sold at Mecca Beauty and Naked Sunday online
Label doesn't match SPF claim. Not enough sun protection as per label.
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - NZ
Labka hot glue gun TY-G4001A 40w - Sold at PD Mart (Panda Mart)
This product may not comply with New Zealand compulsory electricity regulations. May have a potential risk for customers.
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - NZ
Labka hot glue gun TY-G1001A 20w - Sold at PD Mart (Panda Mart)
This product may not comply with New Zealand compulsory electricity regulations. May have a potential risk for customers.
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-12-18
- NZ
Bath Unicorn Toy Set - sold at 5MAX
The small unicorn does not comply with the mandatory standard for toys for children up to and including 36 months of age. Because of the size and shape of these toys, they may pose a choking hazard if they become…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-12-17
- NZ
Various Seatbelt adjusters / Seatbelt extenders sold via Kogan (by seller 'Sensual Sale')
Seatbelt adjusters are devices which connect the sash and lap sections of a seatbelt, raising the lap section and lowering the sash section. Seatbelt adjusters can increase the risk of injury by positioning the lap…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - NZ
Glow Sand Art
Note 3/09/2026 : Ace Amusements has updated this notice. You can contact recalls@mbie.govt.nz for the previous version. The product is being recalled by Ace Amusements because samples have tested positive for tremolite…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-12-15
- NZ
General-purpose seat belt extender marketed for ISOFIX latch interfaces sold via Kogan
The product is a general-purpose seat belt extender marketed for ISOFIX latch interfaces. The critical defect is that it is a non-compliant aftermarket child restraint accessory. It has not been designed, tested, or…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - NZ
Child car seat belt adjuster / clip / chest strap sold via Kogan
This product is a child car seat belt adjuster/clip/chest strap. The defect is that it does not comply with the mandatory safety standards for child restraints in motor vehicles (specifically referenced in the…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-12-12
- NZ
Zummi Monaco 4-Wheel Travel System - Sold at Farmers
The stroller frame may contain faulty hinge joints on both sides of the frame. These hinge joints can fail during use, potentially causing the frame to collapse and posing a safety risk to children. Please do not…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - NZ
Galt branded Mini Makes Sand Stickers
Note 17/07/2026 : Modern Brands have updated this notice. You can contact recalls@mbie.govt.nz for the previous version. Modern Brands have recalled this product because independent laboratory testing has detected…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - NZ
E-LOK Gateway Wall Plug
USB Adapter Plugs from the E-LOK Gateway range that have Uninsulated plug pins do not meet NZ Safety Standards or the Electricity (Safety) Regulations 2010.
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-12-10
- NZ
Handmade Gummy Worm earrings and Salted Pretzel earrings sold at Joy's Handmade Boutique
White craft sand ('Sugar') used on the earrings has been independently recalled by the supplier citing asbestos contamination, potentially leading to asbestos contamination on the earrings. While the craft sand has…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - NZ
Ello Glass 10pc Meal Prep Set - sold at Costco
The glass may unexpectedly shatter. No injuries reported - recalled by Costco as a precautionary measure.
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-12-09
- NZ
Akaroa King Salmon brand Mānuka Cold Smoked Slices and Trim
The possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes
- 2025-12-08
- NZ
Licensed Sensory Activity Sets: Frozen, Bluey and Paw Patrol - Sold at Kmart
Note 21/07/2026 : Kmart have updated this notice. You can contact recalls@mbie.govt.nz for the previous version. The product is being recalled by Kmart because the sand may include asbestos, which is a prohibited…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-12-04
- NZ
Tom & Luke Low Carb Snackaballs
They may contain foreign matter (hard plastic)
- NZ
RECALL CONCLUDED- Blue, Green and Pink Magic Sand- sold at Kmart
Update : The product recall published on 15 November 2025 has concluded. Kmart is concluding the recall of these products as there is no evidence of asbestos detection in any of these products.
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - NZ
Endota Mineral Protect SPF50 Sunscreen
Testing indicates that the Sun Protection Factor (SPF) level of the affected products is unlikely to meet the labelled SPF rating. A lower than labelled SPF rating may increase the risk of sunburn during use and reduce…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - NZ
14 piece Sand Castle Building Set - sold at Kmart
Note 21/07/2026 : Kmart have updated this notice. You can contact recalls@mbie.govt.nz for the previous version. Note 3/12/2025 : this is not a new product recall. The recall of this product was originally published on…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-12-03
- NZ
Make Your Own Unicorn Sand Ornaments- sold at Kmart
Note 21/07/2026 : Kmart have updated this notice. You can contact recalls@mbie.govt.nz for the previous version. The product is being recalled because the sand may include asbestos, which is a prohibited substance in…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-12-02
- NZ
Coloured Sand for Unity Ceremony - 200 gram bags
The product is being recalled because some samples have tested positive for asbestos. Please note this is a voluntary recall undertaken by Gems Wedding Supplies. The latest health advice is: Exposure to asbestos does…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-12-01
- NZ
Mecca 240V Single Vertical Heated Towel Rail NRV902H
Testing has confirmed that when installed vertically, heat accumulates at the upper end of the rail. As a result, the top section can reach excessively high temperatures during normal operation — approximately 65°C…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-11-28
- NZ
Coloured sand by Creative Sand
The product is being recalled because initial testing found unidentified mineral fibres that were consistent with asbestos. Please note this is a voluntary recall undertaken by Creative Sand. The latest health advice…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-11-26
- NZ
MIKI Sand Art Set
The product is being recalled because initial testing found unidentified mineral fibres that were consistent with asbestos. Please note this is a voluntary recall undertaken by Sax International and additional testing…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-11-24
- NZ
Rainbow Sand Art Toy- sold at various discount stores nationwide
The product is being recalled because some samples have tested positive for asbestos. Please note this is a voluntary recall undertaken by Elite International Wholesale Limited. The latest health advice is: Exposure to…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-11-21
- NZ
Sylvan SLG02 Wif Hub power adapter
The adapter transformer does not meet NZ safety standards Exposed power prongs are not partially insulated
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - NZ
Sigenergy- SigenStor EC 8.0/10.0/12.0kW SP AU Energy Controllers with quick connect AC plug
There has been an issue with a small number of damaged AC plugs on single phase 8/10/12kW products. There have been minor installation issues with these AC plugs. The product AC plug could overheat and become damaged…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - NZ
3M ™ Versaflo ™ TR-802E Powered Air Purifying Respirator Motor/Blower
Certain 3M™ Versaflo™ TR-800 Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) motors/blowers manufactured between September 2024 and April 2025 may contain a component that could cause them to not conform to their Intrinsic…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-11-20
- NZ
Pop & Surprise Playset- sold at Kmart
The product does not comply with the Mandatory safety standard- Childrens Toys Small screws may separate from the toy and become a choking hazard. There is a risk of serious injury or death by choking if small parts…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - NZ
Craft Sand 380g
The product is being recalled because some samples have tested positive for asbestos. Please note this is a voluntary recall undertaken by Superdeal NZ and additional testing is currently being undertaken to determine…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-11-19
- NZ
Bondi Sands Zinc Mineral Broad Spectrum UVA & UVB Protection Sunscreen SPF 50+ Face Lotion 60ml and Body Lotion 120ml
The affected products may have an uneven texture and visible water separating out of the product. The defect may impact the products’ quality or efficacy. If the ingredients are no longer properly mixed, this could…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-11-17
- NZ
Trek Precaliber bicycle- sold at various retailers
Grease in coaster brake hub assembly does not adequately lubricate internal sliding surfaces, potentially causing accelerated wear and internal damage. The defect may prevent the brake from working.
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-11-15
- NZ
14 piece Sand Castle Building Set and Blue, Green and Pink Magic Sand - sold at Kmart - SUPERSEDED
Note: 4th December 2025: This notice has been superseded by Kmart to remove three of the products from the recall. A separate notice has been published for the 14 piece sandcastle building set A recall concluded notice…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2025-11-14
- NZ
Belkin BoostCharge USB-C PD Power Bank 20K
Due to a manufacturing defect, in some circumstances, the portable wireless battery charger's lithium-ion cell component may overheat, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers. Can cause fire or injury.
Product Safety NZOfficial notice →