Recalls in 2022
By month
Most recalled brands
Tools & DIY recalls in 2022
- 2022-12-23
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EUParticle filter mask (FAMEX FAGOMED) · Particle filtering half mask
The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured mean values: as low as 67%). Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements; thus, even if combined with other…
FREUElectric scooter (micro-mobility) · MICRO CONDOR II
The product's charging connector and metal frame have insufficient insulation. A user could touch these accessible live parts and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the…
FIEUWedge log splitter (Timco) · Fast log splitter
The area where log splitting takes place is not protected adequately. A user may introduce his hand or a finger in the area and have it cut by the blades, or have his palm crushed by the machinery. Furthermore, the…
DEEULaser engraving machine (Atomstack) · Atomstack Lasergravierer A5 20 W
The product is not equipped with protective casing, while the protective cover always leaves an open gap between the laser head cover and the workpiece when used; in addition, the product may be operated without the…
- 2022-12-16
HUEUChain saw attachment (DZT) · Electric chain saw Stand 12 PROFESSIONAL/ CHAIN SAW CONVERTER
The assembled chain saw is not equipped with a rear hand guard; the structure does not include a kickback protection device. In addition the machine with the conversion adapter (angle grinder) does not have a chain…
- SIEU
Particle filter mask (PROACTIVE-TEX) · Proactive-tex MASK- 05
The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured values: as low as 85%). Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements; thus, even if combined with other recommended…
- SIEU
Particle filter mask (IPOS) · Atemschutz-maske, Meltblown protective mask
The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 88%) and the total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured mean values: as low as 83%). Consequently, the…
SEEUHair trimmer · Cordless split end hair trimmer
The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 64% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Commission…
EU Safety Gate · reported by SwedenOfficial notice →- 2022-12-09
- HUEU
Laser pointer
The laser beam is too powerful. Direct viewing of the laser beam could cause damage to sight. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN…
EU Safety Gate · reported by HungaryOfficial notice → 
CZEUParticle filter mask (MOLAXISI) · PROTECTIVE MASK
The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 85%). Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements; thus, even if combined with other…
- HUEU
Particle filter mask (Jiedun) · KN95 Particulate Respirator
The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured mean values: as low as 67%). Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements; thus, even if combined with other…
- HUEU
Laser pointer · "LASER POINTER"
The laser beam is too powerful. Direct viewing of the laser beam could cause damage to sight. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN…
EU Safety Gate · reported by HungaryOfficial notice → - 2022-12-05
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- 2022-12-02
LUEUParticle filter mask · Shuter Life , KN95 Non-powered air-purifying particle respirator
The product advertises a protective potential against (viral) particles but its filtering capacity has not been tested by a relevant competent European conformity assessment body. Consequently, it is not proven that…
EU Safety Gate · reported by LuxembourgOfficial notice →- HUEU
Portable ozone generator (OZON Specialista) · HORDOZHATÓ ÓZONGENERÁTOR
The power cable of the device does not contain a protective contact and the accessible metal parts are not metallically connected to the protective earthing clamp screw. Live parts may become accessible and a user may…
ESEULASER POINTER · LASER MONEY CHECK & LED LIGHT
The laser beam is too powerful. Direct viewing of the laser beam could cause damage to sight. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN…
EU Safety Gate · reported by SpainOfficial notice →- SIEU
Angle grinder (LUX TOOLS) · LUX TOOLS E-WSS-21
The housing of the angle grinder does not have sufficient mechanical strength of the housing. If the grinding disc breaks, particles from the grinding disc will damage the angle grinder housing and give the user access…
- HUEU
Ozone generator (OZON Specialista) · Quartz csőrendszer
The active parts of the apparatus (high-voltage metal meshes) can be touched directly due to the lack of basic insulation and the possible release of the mains power cable. The user could touch accessible live parts,…
- LUEU
Robotic Lawn Mower · Robot Lifestyle
The product's lift and tilt sensors may not activate, and the mower may thus tilt and expose the blades or continue to operate, exposing any bystander to a risk of cuts. Furthermore, the mower can drive onto the foot…
EU Safety Gate · reported by LuxembourgOfficial notice → - 2022-12-01
CAAnti-fog reactivator for swimming goggles by Nabaiji recalled due to lack of appropriate labelling
Labelling and packaging
Health CanadaOfficial notice →- 2022-11-28
- UK
Lapusen Chain Saw T2-CO3AE sold via eBay
Serious risk of injuries, fire, explosion, electric shock and death due to multiple safety faults and lack of protections concerning the product's construction
- 2022-11-25
- LUEU
Particle filter mask (DADDY'S CHOICE) · Protective Face Mask
The total inward leakage of the mask is too high, and the particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 90%). Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety…
- DEEU
Laser engraving machine (Twotrees) · Totem 60P
The product does not have a protective housing that prevents access to laser radiation, no manual reset nor key-operated main switch, and lacks an emission warning device. In addition, the laser does not switch off in…
- DEEU
Particle filter mask (Oley) · OLEY FFP2 NR
The total filtration capacity of the mask is insufficient (measured value: as low as 60%). Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements; thus, even if combined with other recommended…
- LUEU
Hedge trimmer (Wolike)
The battery housing and the battery contact holder are not sufficiently resistant to ignition and can overheat. This can cause the user to suffer burns and can cause a fire. The product does not comply with the…
- LUEU
Hedge trimmer (East)
The battery housing and battery contact holder are not sufficiently resistant to ignition and can overheat. The user can therefore get burns and the product can cause a fire. The product does not comply with the…
- 2022-11-23
- UK
Vevor Portable Air Compressor
Serious risk of electric shock as the product failed earth bond and creepage and clearance so there is inadequate protection against live parts
- UK
6.2M Telescopic Ladder
Serious risk of injuries due to insufficient strength and rigidity
- 2022-11-18
- DEEU
Laser engraving machine (LaserPecker) · LaserPecker L1
The product can be used without a protective casing/screen, and the protective cap on the laser head leaves a gap between the laser head cover and the workpiece when the laser head is at either its highest or lowest…
- 2022-11-10
USCPSC Reannounces Recall of Generac Portable Generators; Additional Finger Amputation and Crushing Injury Reported; New Repair Kit Available
An unlocked handle can pinch consumers' fingers against the generator frame when the generator is moved, posing finger amputation and crushing hazards.
CPSCGenerac Power Systems, of Waukesha, WisconsinAbout 321,160 (In addition, 4,575 were sold in Canada)…Official notice →- CA
Update: Generac and DR Portable Generators Recalled due to Finger Amputation and Crush Hazards
Physical hazard
Health CanadaOfficial notice → - 2022-11-09
- UK
5m Telescopic Ladder
Serious risk of injuries due to issues with the release indicator and locking mechanisms.
- UK
EAGLW Charging Chainsaw
Serious risk of electric shock as when tested the creepage / clearance distances in the transformer were found to be inadequate.
- 2022-11-04
- FIEU
Angle grinder (Brücke)
The main switch may become detached if the product receives a mechanical impact, leaving live parts exposed, causing an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive, nor…
- 2022-11-03
- UK
Mimajor 12.6V Cordless Drill
Serious risk of electric shock as the transformer of the charger is of a poor internal build quality
- 2022-10-28
- DEEU
Laser pointer · Laserpointer
The laser beam is too powerful. Direct viewing of the laser beam could cause damage to sight. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive nor with European standard EN…
EU Safety Gate · reported by GermanyOfficial notice →