Recall roundup: 28 Feb – 6 Mar 2022

104 official recalls and safety alerts were published in the week of 28 Feb – 6 Mar 2022, down 10% on the week before (115). Most were drugs & medical (27) and vehicles (23); common issues included fire hazard (7), food allergen (6), choking hazard (5). 30 were flagged as serious.

Recalls this week

104

28 Feb – 6 Mar 2022

By country

  1. United States48
  2. Canada13
  3. United Kingdom4
  4. New Zealand1
  5. EU & EEA38
  6. France6
  7. Hungary5
  8. Netherlands5
  9. Poland3
  10. Germany2

By product type

  1. Drugs & medical27
  2. Vehicles23
  3. Toys & kids14
  4. Other8
  5. Electrical8
  6. Food & drink7

Most recalled brands

  1. Mercedes-Benz2
  2. Tex-Tech2
  3. MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield2
  4. Dr. Reddy's Laboratories2

Common searches

  1. Fire hazard7
  2. Food allergen6
  3. Choking hazard5
  4. Baby product4
  5. Battery3
  6. E-cigarette2

Most serious

Recalls the agency classed as serious, or with a risk of death, fire, electric shock, drowning or strangulation.

  1. 2022-03-04
  2. UK
    Tools & DIYRecall

    McCalifornia Women’s Brown Leather Gloves

    Product recall for women's brown leather gloves due to a serious chemical risk

  3. UK
    Toys & kidsSafety report

    The Mini Mermaids Dolls Toy

    Serious chemical risk

  4. UK
    ElectricalRecall

    Unbranded Hair Straightening Comb

    Serious risk of electric shock

  5. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Midwest Automotive Designs, LLC: Electronic Control Center Circuit Board May Short

    A damaged circuit board may overheat, and increase the risk of a fire.

    NHTSAMidwest Automotive Designs, LLC8 affectedOfficial notice →
  6. HUEU
    Electricalelectric shock

    Lighting chain (IDEA) · IDEA’S CHRISTMAS 100 LED MINILUCCIOLE

    The cable is not properly anchored. The accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The product is not protected against moisture despite being recommended for outdoor use (water could penetrate the product). The user…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by HungaryIDEAOfficial notice →
  7. HUEU
    Electricalburns, electric shock, fire

    Lighting chain · 188L LED JÉGCSAP FÉNY

    The cable is not properly anchored and is too thin. The accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The product is not protected against moisture despite being recommended for outdoor use (water could penetrate the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by HungaryOfficial notice →
  8. FREU
    Otherasphyxiation, burns, fire

    Smoke detector

    The product is not sensitive enough to detect smoke. As a result, it can not perform its function. Fire and/or smoke may develop without occupants in a building being warned about it, causing a risk of asphyxiation and…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FranceOfficial notice →
  9. FREU
    Toys & kidsstrangulation

    Children’s waterproof jacket (HAPPY FUN) · Manteau imperméable à capuche pour enfants, imperméable, mignon, pour filles et garçons.

    The product has drawstrings with toggle cord locks in the neck area. These drawstrings can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation. The product does not comply with the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FranceHAPPY FUNOfficial notice →
  10. FIEU
    Home & gardenburns, fire

    Candle (Pirkka) · Pirkka pöytäkynttilä

    The candle is not sufficiently stable and falls over too easily. Consequently, the objects around it can catch fire and it can cause burns to the user. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FinlandPirkkaOfficial notice →
  11. HUEU
    Electricalburns, electric shock, fire

    Lighting chain · Merry Christmas 240 LED Christmas lights

    The cable is not properly anchored and is too thin. The accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The product is not protected against moisture despite being recommended for outdoor use (water may penetrate the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by HungaryOfficial notice →

United States 48

  1. 2022-03-04
  2. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.: Low Air Pressure May Apply Parking Brake

    Low air pressure may cause the parking brake to apply automatically, increasing the risk of a crash.

    NHTSAHino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.141 affectedOfficial notice →
  3. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Kia America, Inc.: Seat Belt Pretensioners May Explode

    An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.

    NHTSAKia America, Inc.213 affectedOfficial notice →
  4. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Midwest Automotive Designs, LLC: Electronic Control Center Circuit Board May Short

    A damaged circuit board may overheat, and increase the risk of a fire.

    NHTSAMidwest Automotive Designs, LLC8 affectedOfficial notice →
  5. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC: Loose Rear Brake Caliper Housing Fasteners

    Reduced brake performance can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, detached brake components can create a road hazard, and increase the risk of a crash for other drivers.

    NHTSAMercedes-Benz USA, LLC4 affectedOfficial notice →
  6. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC: Unsecured Air Bag Control Unit

    Unintentional or improper deployment of air bags and/or seat belts can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

    NHTSAMercedes-Benz USA, LLC14 affectedOfficial notice →
  7. US
    VehiclesEquipment

    Pony.ai: Software Error May Cause ADS Shutdown

    An unexpected ADS shutdown while in motion can increase the risk of a crash.

    NHTSAPony.ai3 affectedOfficial notice →
  8. 2022-03-03
  9. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Hyundai Motor America: Seat Belt Pretensioner May Explode

    An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.

    NHTSAHyundai Motor America140 affectedOfficial notice →
  10. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.: Inoperable Horn

    An inoperable horn may increase the risk of a crash.

    NHTSAKawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.1,660 affectedOfficial notice →
  11. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Jayco, Inc.: Damaged Valve Stem May Cause Loss of Tire Pressure

    Damage to the valve stem extension may result in a loss of tire pressure of the inner wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.

    NHTSAJayco, Inc.2,643 affectedOfficial notice →
  12. US
    Vehicles

    BRP Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

    Fuel can leak from the fuel tank vent onto hot components when the snowmobiles are on a tilt or flipped over, posing a fire hazard.

    CPSCAbout 700 (In addition, about 3,900 were sold in Canada)Official notice →
  13. 2022-03-02
  14. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    AEBI-Schmidt: Fuel Tubes May Crack and Leak Fuel

    A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

    NHTSAAEBI-Schmidt1 affectedOfficial notice →
  15. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    BMW of North America, LLC: PCV Heater May Short Circuit

    An electrical short can cause the PCV valve heater to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire while driving or, soon after driving when parked.

    NHTSABMW of North America, LLC917,106 affectedOfficial notice →
  16. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Daimler Trucks North America, LLC: Cracked Brake Drum May Cause Loss of Brakes

    A cracked brake drum can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.

    NHTSADaimler Trucks North America, LLC11 affectedOfficial notice →
  17. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Keystone RV Company: Circuit Not Properly Grounded

    An unprotected electrical circuit can cause electric shock, increasing the risk of an injury.

    NHTSAKeystone RV Company95 affectedOfficial notice →
  18. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield recalls meridian bioscience immunocard STAT! Rotavirus test, REF 750030, 30 tests/kit box. The ImmunoCard STAT! Rotavirus…

    The product was incorrectly shipped at room temperature rather than refrigerated.

    FDA · DeviceMEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - NorthfieldUS Distribution was made to IL, FL, LA, MS, NC, OH, and TX.Official notice →
  19. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Biomet, Inc. recalls Comprehensive Shoulder System Primary Shoulder Stem, Micro Length, Porous Plasma, 11 MM, 55 MM Long Item Number: 113611

    The products in scope underwent an incorrect rework operation for the porous plasma sprayed coating. Internal testing indicated that the parts may not have sufficient adhesion strength. The scope was identified to be…

    FDA · DeviceBiomet, Inc.Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Canada, Ecuador,…Official notice →
  20. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Collagen Matrix, Inc. recalls DuraMatrix-Onlay Collagen Dura Substitute Membrane 4 inches x 5 inches (10.0cm x 12.5cm) REF: CDSLM45

    Outer packaging (outer pouch) is not sealed compromising sterility and result in potential risk of patient infection, which could lead to revision surgery

    FDA · DeviceCollagen Matrix, Inc.DuraMatrix-Onlay distributed US Nationwide in the states of FL, IN, Puerto…Official notice →
  21. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    C.R. Bard Inc recalls BARD SURESTEP INTERMITTENT CATHETER TRAY, 14Fr, REF INTS14C

    There is a potential to leak from the catheter where it connects to the drain bag

    FDA · DeviceC.R. Bard IncUS Nationwide distribution in the states of GA, ME, NJ, WI, MN, SD, CO, ND,…Official notice →
  22. US
    Drugs & medicalClass III

    Becton Dickinson & Company recalls BD Vacutainer Luer Lok Access Device - intended as a sterile, single use device designed to provide a connection to a catheter port…

    May shed contaminant particles into the urine specimen that may be misidentified as Red Blood Cells when used in conjunction with the Sysmex UF-1000i or UX-2000 Analyzers and lead to false elevations in RBC counts

    FDA · DeviceBecton Dickinson & CompanyUS Nationwide distribution in the state of IL.Official notice →
  23. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Stryker Sustainability Solutions recalls REF: 5921-018-135, Stryker Color Cuff, 18" (Red), Quick Connect Single Port, Single Bladder

    Mislabeling; dual-bladder tourniquet cuffs are labeled as single-bladder inflatable cuffs.

    FDA · DeviceStryker Sustainability SolutionsUS: KS OK TX OUS: NoneOfficial notice →
  24. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Natus Neurology DBA Excel Tech., Ltd. (XLTEK) recalls IPELA FHD PTZ TILE KITS with Axis cameras used in combination with Natus Neuroworks/Sleepworks software

    Tile kits that allow one to install and situate a video camera within a patient environment are not fitting properly in some domestic institution ceiling tile grids that have a thinner style grid frame. The ceiling…

    FDA · DeviceNatus Neurology DBA Excel Tech., Ltd. (XLTEK)Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution in the states of FL, IL,…Official notice →
  25. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    BALT USA, LLC recalls The Optima Coil System consists of an implantable embolization coil comprised of a platinum-tungsten alloy attached to a proximal…

    Due to Label/Pouch mix-up. Pouches incorrectly labeled. Incorrect shelf carton label or pouch label due to inadequate manufacturing line clearance. As a result of this labeling mix-up, there is the possibility of…

    FDA · DeviceBALT USA, LLCWorldwide distribution - U.S. Nationwide distribution in the states of FL and…Official notice →
  26. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Nobel Biocare Usa Llc recalls NobelReplace Conical Connection RP 4.3x11.5 mm REF 36707 STERILE R

    Due to 16 complaints related to drivers not engaging in implants. According to the firm's investigations, the incorrect offset gauge was potentially used during production of the implants. As a result, this could…

    FDA · DeviceNobel Biocare Usa LlcWorldwide distribution - U.S. Nationwide distribution in the states of AL, AR,…Official notice →
  27. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Medtronic Vascular, Inc. recalls Endurant, Endurant II and Endurant IIs Stent Graft System: Medtronic Endurant Stent Graft System Model/REF ENBF2313C120EE;…

    Stent Graft Systems built with specific batches of taper tip assemblies have the potential for the taper tip to detach from the delivery system. Detachment of the taper tip during the implant procedure may lead to a…

    FDA · DeviceMedtronic Vascular, Inc.Worldwide distribution - U.S. Nationwide distribution in the states of AK, AL,…Official notice →
  28. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield recalls Michels Transport Medium, 20ML Prefilled Cont

    Product stored incorrectly in temperature controlled setting instead of refrigeration.

    FDA · DeviceMEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - NorthfieldUS Nationwide distribution in the states of Colorado, Florida, New York, North…Official notice →
  29. US
  30. US
    Food & drinkClass II

    Malt Products Corporation recalls Diastatic Malt Powder 50lb bag - up to 50 bags per pallet Malt Products Corporation

    Potential Contamination with Salmonella

    FDA · FoodMalt Products CorporationAZ, CA, CT, FL, IL, MA, MD, MI, ND, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RIOfficial notice →
  31. US
  32. US
    Food & drinkClass I

    Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc recalls Marketside 12oz Classic Salad UPC:6-81131-32894-4 SKU: 3107

    Harvest equipment used in harvesting raw iceberg lettuce was tested by Dole and found to contain Listeria monocytogenes.

    FDA · FoodDole Fresh Vegetables IncCanada: AB, BC, NB, ON, QC, Sk; United States: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI,…Official notice →
  33. US
    Food & drinkClass II

    ARILLIS CORP recalls Tortillas Arillis, Arillis Corp, Contains: 10 (ten) tortillas

    Undeclared allergen: Wheat

    FDA · FoodARILLIS CORPDomestic distribution only.Official notice →
  34. US
    Food & drinkClass II

    Organic By Nature, Inc. recalls Purim Health Brands EpiGenius Kids Chocolate: Daily Superfood 630 g pouches Suggested Use: Mix approximately three tablespoons with 8-10…

    MCT 50% powder ingredient used in production was recalled due to undeclared milk.

    FDA · FoodOrganic By Nature, Inc.Direct sales from web site purchases.Official notice →
  35. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    AMS Packaging Inc recalls Premium Nature Instant Hand Sanitizer, (ethyl alcohol 70%), plastic bottle packaged as (a) 8 OZ, UPC 8 19192 02866 8; (b) 16 OZ, UPC 8…

    Subpotent Drug: FDA analysis has revealed some bottles of these products were sub potent for ethanol.

    FDA · DrugAMS Packaging IncNationwide in the USAOfficial notice →
  36. US
    Drugs & medicalClass I

    Positive Health recalls RISE UP RED EDITION Capsules, 650 mg, 10-count blisters packaged in a carton, ASIN B08JCWG84D, barcode X002NI8PE1.

    Marketed Without An Approved NDA/ANDA: Product was found to contain undeclared tadalafil, an ingredient found in FDA approved products for the treatment of male sexual enhancement, making this an unapproved drug.

    FDA · DrugPositive HealthProduct was distributed nationwide via the internet through Amazon Marketplace.Official notice →
  37. US
    Drugs & medicalClass III

    Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc. recalls Sapropterin Dihydrochloride Powder for Oral Solution, 100 mg, 30 individual packets per carton, Rx Only, Dr. Reddy's,…

    Subpotent Drug: Out-of-specification results observed in Assay in sapropterin dihydrochloride powder 100mg.

    FDA · DrugDr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc.Nationwide in the USA.Official notice →
  38. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Perrigo Company PLC recalls No Drip Nasal Spray, Oxymetazoline HCl 0.05% Nasal Decongestant, 1 FL Oz (30 mL) per bottle, Distributed by SUPERVALU INC., Eden Prairie,…

    CGMP Deviations: Products were manufactured with contaminated excipient that was recalled from the excipient supplier.

    FDA · DrugPerrigo Company PLCNationwide in the USAOfficial notice →
  39. US
  40. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Pharmasol Corporation recalls Lung Cleaner (saline eucalyptus) inhaler, 37 oz cans, Manufactured For: The Lung Cleaner LLC Boulder, CO 80302

    cGMP deviations

    FDA · DrugPharmasol CorporationProduct was distributed to a client in Colorado.Official notice →
  41. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    RISING PHARMACEUTICALS recalls Methylphenidate Hydrochloride Chewable Tablets, 2.5 mg, 100-count bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Rising Pharmaceuticals Inc., Saddle…

    Failed Tablet Specifications: Recall of this drug product was voluntarily initiated by the manufacturer due to a market complaint, which stated that a tablet in the sealed bottle was twice larger in size when compared…

    FDA · DrugRISING PHARMACEUTICALSNationwide in the USAOfficial notice →
  42. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Professional Disposables International, Inc. recalls Prevantics (chlorhexidine gluconate and isopropyl alcohol) Swab, 3.15% w/v and 70% v/v, packaged as a) One Swab,…

    cGMP deviations: uncertainty of the adequacy of the validation of the test methods used to manufacture the products.

    FDA · DrugProfessional Disposables International, Inc.Product was distributed nationwide in the USA and Puerto Rico.Official notice →
  43. US
  44. US
    Home & garden

    Petzl Recalls PIRANA Descender Canyoneering Devices Due to Drowning Risk

    The user's rope can get caught or wedged in the PIRANA blocking slot and stop or suspend the climber, posing a drowning risk if they are under a waterfall or pool.

    CPSCAbout 3,450 (In addition, about 177 were sold in Canada)Official notice →
  45. US
    Toys & kids

    ALDI Recalls Bee Happy 12 Days of Craft Advent Calendars Due to Violation of the Federal Lead Paint Ban and Lead Poisoning Hazard

    Surface paint on the brown bell found in "Day 10" of the advent calendar contains levels of lead that exceed the federal lead paint ban, posing a risk of lead poisoning. Excessive levels of lead can be toxic or cause…

  46. US
    Electrical

    Fitbit Recalls Ionic Smartwatches Due to Burn Hazard; One Million Sold in the U.S.

    The lithium-ion battery in the Ionic smartwatch can overheat, posing a burn hazard.

    CPSCAbout 1 million in the U.S. (In addition, about 693,000…Official notice →
  47. 2022-03-01
  48. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Pierce Manufacturing: Improperly Crimped Lifting Cable

    An improperly crimped cable may come out of place during a lifting operation, possibly causing the generator set to fall, increasing the risk of injury.

    NHTSAPierce Manufacturing1 affectedOfficial notice →
  49. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Volvo Trucks North America: Improperly Bolted Cabinets

    Improperly secured cabinets can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

    NHTSAVolvo Trucks North America209 affectedOfficial notice →
  50. US
    VehiclesEquipment

    Marion Body Works Inc.: High Pressure Fuel Rail Assembly May Leak Fuel

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

    NHTSAMarion Body Works Inc.3 affectedOfficial notice →
  51. 2022-02-28
  52. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Proterra Operating Company, Inc.: Steering Gearbox May Loosen

    A loose steering gearbox can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    NHTSAProterra Operating Company, Inc.724 affectedOfficial notice →
  53. US
    VehiclesVehicle

    Legend Manufacturing, Inc.: Trailer and Tow Vehicle May Separate

    Trailer separation from the tow vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

    NHTSALegend Manufacturing, Inc.85 affectedOfficial notice →

Canada 13

  1. 2022-03-04
  2. CA
  3. CA
  4. CA
  5. CA
  6. 2022-03-02
  7. CA
    Drugs & medicalType I

    Inderal-LA: Nitrosamine Impurity

    Contamination

    Health CanadaOfficial notice →
  8. CA
  9. CA
    Drugs & medicalType III

    Teva-Ectosone: product quality

    Product quality

    Health CanadaOfficial notice →
  10. CA
  11. CA
  12. 2022-03-01
  13. CA
  14. 2022-02-28
  15. CA
  16. CA
    Drugs & medicalType II

    Cardiohelp-I

    Manufacturing defect

    Health CanadaOfficial notice →
  17. CA
    Drugs & medicalType II

    Bd Alaris

    Unauthorised device

    Health CanadaOfficial notice →

United Kingdom 4

  1. 2022-03-04
  2. UK
    OtherSafety report

    Fast Line Imports Thunder Snaps

    High risk of burns

  3. UK
    Tools & DIYRecall

    McCalifornia Women’s Brown Leather Gloves

    Product recall for women's brown leather gloves due to a serious chemical risk

  4. UK
    Toys & kidsSafety report

    The Mini Mermaids Dolls Toy

    Serious chemical risk

  5. UK
    ElectricalRecall

    Unbranded Hair Straightening Comb

    Serious risk of electric shock

New Zealand 1

  1. 2022-03-02
  2. NZ
    Toys & kids

    Cotton On Kids Baby Swim Ring

    The product does not comply with the safety standard for swimming and flotation aids. The product: has only one inflation chamber, instead of the minimum of two required by the standard, was not sold with the required…

    Product Safety NZOfficial notice →

EU & EEA 38

  1. 2022-03-04
  2. ATEU
    Sports & outdoorinjuries

    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…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by AustriaFischerOfficial notice →
  3. FREU
    Vehiclesinjuries

    Passenger car (Volkswagen) · Volkswagen Transporter T5

    The gas tank may corrode because the protective paint will not be properly maintained over time. Refueling a corroded gas tank could lead to fuel leaks and increase the risk of explosion. The product does not meet the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FranceVolkswagenOfficial notice →
  4. DEEU
    Otherinjuries

    Wheel rims (Craftride) · Big Spoke Felge

    Defective production of the wheel rims may result in subsequent cracks. This may lead to loss of control over the vehicle, increasing the risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by GermanyCraftrideOfficial notice →
  5. HUEU
    Electricalelectric shock

    Lighting chain (IDEA) · IDEA’S CHRISTMAS 100 LED MINILUCCIOLE

    The cable is not properly anchored. The accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The product is not protected against moisture despite being recommended for outdoor use (water could penetrate the product). The user…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by HungaryIDEAOfficial notice →
  6. HUEU
    Electricalburns, electric shock, fire

    Lighting chain · 188L LED JÉGCSAP FÉNY

    The cable is not properly anchored and is too thin. The accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The product is not protected against moisture despite being recommended for outdoor use (water could penetrate the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by HungaryOfficial notice →
  7. SEEU
    Cosmetics & chemicalschemical

    Skin-lightening cream (BENEKS') · Fashion Fair Cream

    The product contains clobetasol propionate (advertised concentration: 0,05% by weight). Clobetasol is a corticosteroid that should be made available only under medical prescription: exposure to it could cause skin…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by SwedenBENEKS'Official notice →
  8. SKEU
    Tools & DIYhealth risk / other

    Particle filter mask (TEX-TECH) · FFP2 Premium

    The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured values: as low as 75%). Consequently, the product does not fulfil the health and safety requirements. Even if combined with other recommended…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by SlovakiaTEX-TECHOfficial notice →
  9. FREU
    Otherasphyxiation, burns, fire

    Smoke detector

    The product is not sensitive enough to detect smoke. As a result, it can not perform its function. Fire and/or smoke may develop without occupants in a building being warned about it, causing a risk of asphyxiation and…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FranceOfficial notice →
  10. SEEU
    Home & gardenenvironment

    Auto stirring mug

    Two solders in the product (engine and button) contain an excessive amount of lead (measured value up to 58% and 48% by weight, respectively). Lead poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by SwedenOfficial notice →
  11. FREU
    Toys & kidsstrangulation

    Children’s waterproof jacket (HAPPY FUN) · Manteau imperméable à capuche pour enfants, imperméable, mignon, pour filles et garçons.

    The product has drawstrings with toggle cord locks in the neck area. These drawstrings can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation. The product does not comply with the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FranceHAPPY FUNOfficial notice →
  12. LUEU
    Toys & kidschemical, choking

    Plastic bath toy

    Small parts (the cap on the tube) can easily detach from the toy in two halves. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. The plastic material of the product contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl)…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by LuxembourgOfficial notice →
  13. HUEU
    Toys & kidschoking

    Children's sandals (Inspire)

    The small decorative elements (rhinestones) can easily be detached from the product. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke on them. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by HungaryInspireOfficial notice →
  14. HUEU
    Toys & kidschoking

    Babies' clothing set (Annora Baby)

    The small decorative elements (rhinestones) can easily be detached from the product. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke on them. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by HungaryAnnora BabyOfficial notice →
  15. CZEU
    Tools & DIYhealth risk / other

    Particle filter mask (TEX-TECH) · FFP2 PREMIUM

    The particle/filter retention of the material (measured values: as low as 25%) and the total filtration capacity of the mask (measured mean values: as low as 60%) are insufficient. Consequently, the product does not…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by CzechiaTEX-TECHOfficial notice →
  16. FREU
    Toys & kidschoking

    Soft toy (SUNNY TOYS) · Porte clé grande girafe peluche animal neuf

    Small parts (metal fastener) may easily detach from the product. Furthermore, the seam on the front right foot easily breaks, allowing access to the stuffing material. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke.…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FranceSUNNY TOYSOfficial notice →
  17. FIEU
    Home & gardenburns, fire

    Candle (Pirkka) · Pirkka pöytäkynttilä

    The candle is not sufficiently stable and falls over too easily. Consequently, the objects around it can catch fire and it can cause burns to the user. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FinlandPirkkaOfficial notice →
  18. BGEU
    Cosmetics & chemicalschemical

    Liquid for electronic cigarettes (NICOMAX) · SUPERVAPE NICOMAX NICOTINE BOOSTER

    This product contains nicotine (20 mg/ml), but it does not have a leaflet providing the consumer with information about safe and correct use of the product. Nicotine is acutely toxic and can endanger the user’s safety,…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by BulgariaNICOMAXOfficial notice →
  19. CZEU
    Tools & DIYhealth risk / other

    Particle filter mask (SANBANG) · SANBANG-9052A

    The particle/filter retention of the material (measured values: as low as 68%) and the total filtration capacity of the mask (measured mean values: as low as 88%) are insufficient. Consequently, the product does not…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by CzechiaSANBANGOfficial notice →
  20. HUEU
    Electricalburns, electric shock, fire

    Lighting chain · Merry Christmas 240 LED Christmas lights

    The cable is not properly anchored and is too thin. The accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The product is not protected against moisture despite being recommended for outdoor use (water may penetrate the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by HungaryOfficial notice →
  21. LVEU
    Toys & kidschemical

    Modeling clay (Youbite)

    The migration of boron from the toy clay is too high (measured value up to is 1785 mg/kg). Ingestion or contact with an excessive quantity of boron may harm the health of children by damaging the reproductive system.…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by LatviaYoubiteOfficial notice →
  22. ITEU
    Clothing & jewellerychemical

    Beach sandals (Kappa) · Logo Matese

    The product contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 1.6% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by ItalyKappaOfficial notice →
  23. FIEU
    Otherchemical

    Hairpin (Merry Christmas)

    The metallic parts of the hairpin releases an excessive amount of nickel (measured value: up to 14,4 μg/cm²/week). Nickel is a strong sensitiser and causes allergic reactions if present in articles that come into…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FinlandMerry ChristmasOfficial notice →
  24. NLEU
    Otherentrapment, injuries, strangulation, suffocation

    Cot (Coming Kids) · Bedstead

    The distance between the side slats is inadequate. A child may get trapped and suffer injuries or strangulation if stuck between them. The product does not comply with the European standard EN 716.

    EU Safety Gate · reported by NetherlandsComing KidsOfficial notice →
  25. NLEU
    Electricalelectric shock

    LED tube light (PURPL Lighting) · Support Tube LED

    Live parts under dangerous voltage are easily accessible, and the user could receive an electric shock from them. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by NetherlandsPURPL LightingOfficial notice →
  26. NLEU
    Toys & kidsburns, fire

    Night light (MrMaria) · Miffy First Light

    The cell in the luminaire can overheat, start smoking and melting the luminaire. The lithium-ion cell in the device can catch fire and/or explode. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by NetherlandsMrMariaOfficial notice →
  27. ROEU
    Cosmetics & chemicalschemical

    False nails (DON) · New Don

    According to the list of ingredients, the glue contains dibutyl phthalate (DBP), which use is forbidden in cosmetic products. This phthalate may harm the health, causing possible damage to the reproductive system or…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by RomaniaDONOfficial notice →
  28. LTEU
    Otherburns, electric shock, fire

    Extension cord

    The electrical insulation is inadequate. The product could overheat, leading to burns or fire. The core conductors are not sufficiently resistant to bending. The user could receive an electric shock from accessible…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by LithuaniaOfficial notice →
  29. NLEU
    Toys & kidschoking

    Wooden toy (Zeeman) · Wooden toy train

    Small parts (foot of the stop sign and traffic light) can easily detach. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke on them. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by NetherlandsZeemanOfficial notice →
  30. FREU
    Toys & kidschoking, suffocation

    Soft toy

    Small parts (eyes) can easily detach. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. The packaging, a plastic bag, is too thin and poses a suffocation risk. The product does not comply with the requirements of the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FranceOfficial notice →
  31. PLEU
    Toys & kidschemical

    Plastic doll (ANDAR) · Lovely Baby

    The plastic material of the toy contains an excessive amount of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 19,3% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by PolandANDAROfficial notice →
  32. ROEU
    Cosmetics & chemicalschemical

    False nails (LULUBeauty)

    According to the list of ingredients, the glue contains dibutyl phthalate (DBP), which use is forbidden in cosmetic products. This phthalate may harm the health, causing possible damage to the reproductive system or…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by RomaniaLULUBeautyOfficial notice →
  33. DEEU
    Vehiclesinjuries

    Passenger car (Opel) · Grandland X

    Due to missing components of the trailer hitch, the coupling may break. As a result, the trailer may inadvertently detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by GermanyOpelOfficial notice →
  34. FREU
    Vehiclesinjuries

    Passenger car (Renault) · Traffic III

    The warning lights on the dashboard will not flash if passenger in the second row do not use the seatbelt. This may increase the risk of injury in the event of an accident. The product does not comply with the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FranceRenaultOfficial notice →
  35. IEEU
    Electricalinjuries

    LED lighting strip (RED5) · 2m LED Light Strips

    The battery compartment of the remote does not lock, it can be easily opened, leaving batteries accessible. A child may put batteries in the mouth and ingest them, which may lead to choking or could cause injuries to…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by IrelandRED5Official notice →
  36. PLEU
    Electricalburns, fire

    Electric toaster (ROYAL catering) · Automatic Toaster

    The toaster's timer may not function and not turn the device off, and the product does not have a thermal cutoff (TCO). Therefore it may overheat and start a fire, or a user may suffer burns. The product does not…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by PolandROYAL cateringOfficial notice →
  37. LUEU
    Toys & kidssuffocation

    Inflatable activity mat

    The plastic bag of the packaging is too thin. If a child plays with the packaging, the plastic could cover the mouth and nose, causing the child to suffocate. The product does not comply with the requirements of the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by LuxembourgOfficial notice →
  38. NLEU
    Vehicleschemical

    Tyre repair kit (Walfort)

    The glue contains an excessive amount of toluene (measured values: 95.3% by weight). Toluene is neurotoxic, if inhaled or in contact with the skin, and might also affect the unborn child. The product does not comply…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by NetherlandsWalfortOfficial notice →
  39. PLEU
    Sports & outdoorinjuries

    Personal 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…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by PolandKawasakiOfficial notice →

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