Recall roundup: 14 Mar – 20 Mar 2022
160 official recalls and safety alerts were published in the week of 14 Mar – 20 Mar 2022, up 37% on the week before (117). Most were drugs & medical (48) and vehicles (35); common issues included battery (12), food allergen (8), choking hazard (7). 32 were flagged as serious.
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Recalls the agency classed as serious, or with a risk of death, fire, electric shock, drowning or strangulation.
- 2022-03-19
USZH Brothers International Inc.: Loose Wiring May Cause Fire
Loose wiring can cause an electrical arc or short, increasing the risk of a fire.
- 2022-03-18
- US
Dometic Corporation: Damaged Cooktop Control Valves May Leak Gas
A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
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EUExtension cord (BELLIGHT)
The cross-sectional area of the external and internal wires is too thin and this can lead to overheating, leading to burns or fire. In the event of damage of the base-insulated wires, the active parts may become…
PLEUFixed luminaire (tooLight) · Oprawa oswietleniowa stala
The electrical insulation of the luminarie is inadequate. Live parts may become accessible and the user may receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor…
- PLEU
Electric kettle
The earthing protection is inadequate and the product construction is inappropriate (water can accumulate in the kettle stand), leaving live parts accessible. The user could touch the accessible live parts and receive…
EU Safety Gate · reported by PolandOfficial notice → - PLEU
USB travel charger (ISY) · USB Travel Charger Set With Lightning Connector
The device is not resistant to high temperatures, its casing may deform leaving live parts accessible. The user may receive an electric shock. Moreover, the device may cause fire or burns. The product does not comply…
NLEUUSB charger (Kruidvat) · Wereldstekker / Prise de voyage globale
It is possible to plug one pin while the other pin is accessible. As a result, accessible parts can become live and the user could receive an electric shock from them. The product does not comply with the requirements…
- NLEU
LED night-lamp · LED night-lamp with day-night sensor
The electrical insulation is inadequate and the clearance/creepage distances between the primary and accessible secondary circuits are not sufficient. Hence, a user could receive an electric shock from accessible live…
EU Safety Gate · reported by NetherlandsOfficial notice → - NLEU
Lamp socket adapter
The screw-part of the bulb holder lacks insulation and becomes live. Consequently, when putting or replacing a bulb, the user might touch it and receive and electric shock. The product does not comply with the…
EU Safety Gate · reported by NetherlandsOfficial notice → 
FREUPassenger car (Suzuki) · Ignis / Swift
The positive 12 Volt cable can come in contact with the negative supply wire or the bodywork and cause a short circuit and fire. The product does not meet the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor…
United States 71
- 2022-03-19
- US
ZH Brothers International Inc.: Loose Wiring May Cause Fire
Loose wiring can cause an electrical arc or short, increasing the risk of a fire.
- 2022-03-18
- US
Tesla, Inc.: Initial Delay In Rearview Image Display/FMVSS 111
A delayed rearview camera image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- US
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC: Incorrect Software May Cause System Failures
Various system failures, such as loss of drive power, reduced exterior lighting, or loss of dynamic control functions including stability and traction control, can increase the risk of a crash.
- US
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC: Disabled Rear Lighting
Disabled rear turn signals, hazard lights, and reverse lights can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other driver's, increasing the risk of a crash.
- US
Midwest Motorsports LLC: Helmets May Not Protect From Impact/FMVSS 218
A helmet that does not provide adequate impact protection increases the risk of injury during a crash.
- US
Dometic Corporation: Damaged Cooktop Control Valves May Leak Gas
A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- 2022-03-17
- US
Newmar Corporation: Bolt On Steering Column Not Tightened Properly
Loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- US
General Motors, LLC: Windshield Wipers May Fail
Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
- US
International Motors, LLC: Battery Cable May Become Damaged and Short
A damaged battery cable can cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
- US
ToolGuards Portable Water Immersion Heaters Recalled Due to Shock, Electrocution and Fire Hazards; Imported by FXswede AB; Sold Exclusively at Amazon.com (Recall Alert)
The water immersion heater can overheat, melt or catch fire, posing shock, electrocution and fire hazards.
- US
Acme United Corporation Recalls PhysiciansCare Brand Over-the-Counter Drugs Due to Failure to Meet Child Resistant Packaging Requirement; Risk of Poisoning (Recall Alert)
The recalled over-the-counter products contain regulated substances (aspirin, acetaminophen, or ibuprofen) which must be in child resistant packaging when being used in the household as required by the Poison…
- US
HD Premier Recalls DigitDots Magnetic Balls Due to Ingestion Hazard
When two or more high-powered magnets are swallowed, either intentionally by younger children or accidentally by older children, the ingested magnets can attract to each other, or to another metal object, and become…
- 2022-03-16
- US
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.: Engine Design Cover May Come Loose and Melt
A loose engine design cover may contact hot surfaces in the engine compartment and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
- US
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.: Unreliable HV Battery Connection May Cause Stall
An unreliable battery connection may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- US
K.Z., Inc.: Trailer and Tow Vehicle May Separate
Trailer separation from the tow vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
- US
Harley-Davidson Motor Company: Brake Fluid Warning Labels May Detach/FMVSS 122
Missing brake fluid warning labels may lead to improper brake system maintenance, affecting brake performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
- US
Custom Wheel House LLC: Wheel Spokes May Crack
Cracked wheel spokes may damage the tires, causing a loss of vehicle control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
- US
Ion Beam Applications S.A. recalls ProteusPLUS and ProteusONE- designed to produce and deliver a proton beam for the treatment of patients with localized tumors and…
When resuming from a beam pause, the Proton Therapy System does not verify whether the beam range has not been manually modified during the pause and is still the prescribed one. Therefore, if an operator manually…
FDA · DeviceIon Beam Applications S.A.IL, KS, LA, FL, MI, OK, PA, NJ, TN, TX, VA, WA Foreign: Belgium, England,…Official notice → - US
Envisiontec US Llc recalls PCA 4000 Curing Units, SKU number ACC-06-1000 The PCA 4000 is used for curing industrial resins as well and this recall will not impact…
The PCA 4000 may not fully cure EnvisionTEC dental resins to desired product specifications.
- US
Physio-Control, Inc. recalls HeartSine Samaritan PAD, SAM 350P Semi-Automatic Defibrillator, used with Pad-Pak
Semi-automatic defibrillators shipped out by Stryker without battery and electrode packs.
- US
3-D Matrix, Inc. recalls PuraSinus Absorbable Nasal Hemostat, Part Numbers 651-006
The boxes used by the shipper were not validated for use during transport.
- US
Medtronic Xomed, Inc. recalls NIM TRIVANTAGE EMG Endotracheal Tube
There is potential for multiple issues due to a manufacturing nonconformity.
FDA · DeviceMedtronic Xomed, Inc.Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Algeria,…Official notice → - US
Cytocell Ltd. recalls Del(5q) Deletion FISH Probe Kit: In-Vitro Diagnostic to detect deletions in chromosome location from patients with AML or MDS Catalog…
individual components have been labelled with incorrect colours. The red and green colours are opposite to those specified in the product labelling. The EGR1 probe is labelled in green rather than red and the control…
FDA · DeviceCytocell Ltd.US Nationwide distribution in the states of Hawaii, Missouri, Pennsylvania,…Official notice → - US
Nextremity Solutions recalls Nextra CH Cannulated Hammertoe Mini Instrument Kit-indicated for small bone reconstruction limited to inter-digital repair and fusion of…
During insertion of the middle phalanx implant into bone, the driver may deform the implant locking mechanism and result in inadequate mating force between the middle and proximal phalanx implants, resulting in…
FDA · DeviceNextremity SolutionsUS Nationwide distribution in the states of AZ, IL, GA, LA, MD, NY, PA, TX, WA.Official notice → - US
NeuMoDx Molecular Inc recalls NeuMoDx Flu A-B/RSV/SARS-CoV-2 Vantage Test Strip, Ref # 300900 (marketed under EUA202947). Distributed in boxes of 6 assay strips in…
A risk for product contamination was identified for the affected product lot. If used, there is an increased potential for SARS-CoV-2 false positive results when using the product.
FDA · DeviceNeuMoDx Molecular IncUS Nationwide distribution in the states of FL, MD, MI, NY.Official notice → - US
Bolder Surgical, LLC recalls CoolSeal Generator, REF: CSL-200-50
A potential manufacturing/assembly defect could result in the generator not meeting IEC 60601 standards for medical electrical equipment, and it can potentially, under specific conditions, lead to the delivery of…
- US
Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc. recalls VITROS Chemistry Products VersaTips, Catalog No. 6801715 A VersaTip sales unit is composed of 1000 tips per box.
The lot has a shape deformity which may lead to a 16% reduction in the volume of the sample or reagent dispensed. In cases where the error is not detected and the affected results are not suppressed, clinical impact…
FDA · DeviceOrtho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.Domestic distribution nationwide. Foreign distribution to Canada.Official notice → - US
Brainlab AG recalls ExacTrac Dynamic software model numbers: 20910-01, ETD Positioning and Moni. 1.0.0 INST; 20910-01A, ETD Positioning and Moni. 1.0.1 INST;…
The yaw angle may be incorrect for CBCT positioning workflows using setup beams with Varian LINACs.
FDA · DeviceBrainlab AGDistribution was made to AZ, AR, CA, CO, FL, GA, IN, KY, MD, MS, MO, NJ, NY,…Official notice → - US
RAYSEARCH LABORATORIES AB recalls RayStation/RayPlan- designed for treatment planning and analysis of radiation therapy. Software Version: 6.0.0.24 , 6.1.0.26 , 6.1.1.2…
If a new primary image set is selected while the cine loop is running, the primary image set will be displayed as both primary and secondary image set in all side-by-side views. This will also be true for any new…
- US
CELLTRION USA INC recalls Celltrion DiaTrust COVID-19 Ag Rapid Test, Reference No. CT-P60 D-2 02
Kits were labeled with incorrect expiration dates.
FDA · DeviceCELLTRION USA INCThe products were distributed to the following US states: CA, CT, FL, HI, MA,…Official notice → - US
Maquet Cardiovascular, LLC recalls HEMASHIELD GOLD KNITTED MICROVEL DOUBLE VELOUR VASCULAR GRAFT- D: 7 mm; L: 60 cm Indicated for use in the replacement or repair of…
Outer labelling (HEMASHIELD GOLD Knitted Microvel Double Velour Bifurcated Vascular Graft, D: 16 x 8 mm; L: 40 cm) does not correspond to the (inner) sterile packaging labelling (HEMASHIELD GOLD Knitted Microvel Double…
FDA · DeviceMaquet Cardiovascular, LLCUS Nationwide distribution in the state of MO.Official notice → - US
Stryker Corporation recalls 1688 Camera Control Unit (CCU), Catalog number:1688010000. Used in general laparoscopy, nasopharyngoscopy, ear endoscopy, sinuscopy, and…
A software defect in the camera control unit (CCU) will cause the image on the monitor to flip upside-down into an incorrect orientation. The potential of harms are conversion to open procedure, additional medical…
FDA · DeviceStryker CorporationWorldwide distribution. US nationwide including Puerto Rico. OUS: BR, AE, NL,…Official notice → - US
B. Braun Medical, Inc. recalls Dispensing Pins for Air Inlet Filter, Product Catalog No. 412005, DP2500 Dispensing Pin W/Valve. A valve for aspiration or injection of…
This lot may have an elevated risk of leakage from the Air-Inlet Filter of the device. Leakage of the Air-Inlet Filter may increase the risk of decreasing the dose of medication delivered to the patient, cause delays…
FDA · DeviceB. Braun Medical, Inc.US Nationwide distribution in the states of AZ, CA, FL, LA, MI, MO, MS, NC,…Official notice → - US
Heartware, Inc. recalls HeartWare Ventricular Assist Device (HVAD) System
Updated cleaning instructions are being provided for the Controller AC Adapter, DC Adapter, and Battery to provide clarity to avoid cleaning the power source connector pins, as this could remove the lubricant that is…
FDA · DeviceHeartware, Inc.Distribution throughout the United States. OUS distribution in Argentina,…Official notice → - US
Philips North America Llc recalls Philips Allura Xper, UNIQ(Allura Xper system-China) Interventional Fluoroscopic X-ray System products with a Laird chiller WITHOUT an…
Due to a leak in the detector cooling system, cooling liquid may leak outside the drip tray of the chiller. If this occurs the liquid may drip onto electrical components in the R cabinet located in the technical room,…
FDA · DevicePhilips North America LlcUS Nationwide Foreign: Argentina Austria Bangladesh Brazil Chile China Denmark…Official notice → - US
Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc. recalls CIRRUS HD-OCT, Models 5000 AngioPlex and 6000 AngioPlex
Optic nerve head angiography scan to be turned off due to its distribution without pre-market clearance.
FDA · DeviceCarl Zeiss Meditec, Inc.U.S Nationwide Distribution.: OH, CA, IN, AR, IA, LA, WI, OK, IL, OR, AL, KY,…Official notice → - US
Remel Inc recalls Thermo Scientific Sensititre Gram Negative Susceptibility Testing Plate, IVD format
There are lower than expected MICs for some gram negative species.
- US
Lusys Laboratories, Inc. recalls Luscient Diagnostics 2nd Generation of COVID-19 Viral Antigen Test For all mutant variety Cat: I-114(Nasal Swab Test)
COVID-19 test kits (Antibody Rapid Test kit and Antigen Rapid Test Kit) are not authorized, cleared, or approved for marketing and/or distribution in the U.S.
FDA · DeviceLusys Laboratories, Inc.Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the states of CA, NC, NV, OH, TN and…Official notice → - US
ev3 Inc. recalls Medtronic TurboHawk Plus Directional Atherectomy System 6F, Small Vessel, Catalog number THP-S. For use in peripheral vasculature.
The device has similarities in design to another device that the firm recently issued a field correction on due to instances of tip detachment and embolization.
FDA · Deviceev3 Inc.US Nationwide distribution in the states of AZ, CA, FL, IA, IL, KS, LA, MI,…Official notice → - US
Abbott Laboratories recalls Abbott Similac Advance Infant Formula with Iron 12.4oz. can, 23.2oz. plastic jar, 20.6oz. plastic jar. 6 units per case. Abbott Similac…
Consumer complaints related to Cronobacter sakazakii or Salmonella Newport in infants and evidence of Cronobacter sakazakii in the manufacturing facility where the product had been produced
- US
- US
Swire Coca Cola USA recalls Coca-Cola Cherry Zero Sugar Fridge Pack, 12 - 12 FL OZ CANS (144 FL OZ) in a 12-pack fridge pack carton. UPC 049000047516; UPC Cherry…
Exterior packaging correctly identifies the contents as Cherry Coca-Cola Zero, the cans contained in the fridge pack are incorrectly labeled as Cherry Coca-Cola and do not include the required notification for…
- US
Texas Star Nut and Food Co., Inc. recalls Nature's Eats Balance Hearty Mix 16 oz. UPC 832112003842 packaged in cello bag 5 bags per case
Undeclared milk
FDA · FoodTexas Star Nut and Food Co., Inc.AL, AZ, CA, CO, GA, IN, KY, MA, MI, MS, NC, NV, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT,…Official notice → - US
DEL MONTE FOODS INC recalls Del Monte Bubble Fruit - Tropical Mixed Fruit Cup Snacks. Mixed fruit and popping boba with sweetened juice. 3.5 0z (4 pack), 6 x 4 pack…
Product being recalled due to potential metal fragment approximately 2-3mm in size.
FDA · FoodDEL MONTE FOODS INCAL, AZ, CA, CT, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, MA, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NJ,…Official notice → - US
Chicago Sweet Connections, Inc. recalls Chicago Sweet Connections: Paczkis - Blueberry Flavor packaged in a clear plastic clamshell 4 pack
Undeclared Allergens - Egg, Milk, and Wheat
- US
American Gourmet recalls American Gourmet Saladitos (Dried Salted Plums) 1.5 oz. package UPC: 1578600104
California Department of Public Health sampled product and found it to contain high levels of lead.
- US
FACTOR recalls Factor 75 - Fiery Beef & Black Bean Chili 12.7oz plastic tray sold as single serve meal to end consumer
Undeclared Milk Allergen
FDA · FoodFACTORAL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD,…Official notice → - US
- US
Jan Fruits, Inc. recalls Taiwan Best Quality Enoki Natural Mushrooms, Premium 200g/7.5 oz. clear plastic package. 50 pcs per box. Manufacturer: Changhua County…
California Department of Public Health sampled product and found it to contain Listeria monocytogenes.
- US
Concord Farms, Inc. recalls Fresh Enoki Mushrooms 5.25oz/150 g/ 34 packages per case UPC: 001958939091 Distributed by Concord Farms, Vernon, CA Do not eat raw.
California Department of Public Health sampled product and found it to contain Listeria monocytogenes.
- US
- US
A & E Corrales LLC recalls Saladitos With Chili, Net Weight 16 oz (1lb) with UPC 0661799748162. The product is packaged in ultra clear sealed zip-lock plastic bag.…
Elevated levels of lead
FDA · FoodA & E Corrales LLCDistribution pattern is unknown. Product was sold to online customers and a…Official notice → - US
El Chavito recalls El Chavito¿ Saladitos Dried Salted Plums, net wt. 1.7 oz bag, Individual UPC 859470006049, Master Case UPC 859470006629. El Chavito¿…
Potential to be contaminated with lead.
- US
- US
Edible Spirits, Inc recalls Pineapple Rum Cake
Failure to declare product ingredients including allergens (eggs, wheat, milk).
- US
Edible Spirits, Inc recalls Banana Coconut Rum Cake
Failure to declare product ingredients including allergens (eggs, wheat, milk, tree nuts).
- US
American Health Packaging recalls Oxycodone Hydrochloride Oral Solution, USP (C-II), 5 mg/5 mL, Delivers 5 mL per Cup, 1 Tray of 10 Cups, Rx Only, For Institutional Use…
Impurity failure at 0-time of the repackaged lot.
- US
Direct Rx recalls Alprazolam C-IV 1 mg 60-count bottles, Rx Only, Dist. By: Par Pharmaceutical Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977 Packaged and Distributed By: Direct…
CGMP Deviations: The Recall is due to the potential cross-contamination at the contract manufacturer (Ultra Tab Laboratories Inc.)
- US
- US
Prestone Recalls Shop Pro RV & Marine Antifreeze Due to Risk of Methanol Poisoning; Sold Exclusively at AutoZone
Bottles labeled as Shop Pro RV & Marine Antifreeze were improperly filled with a product containing methanol. These improperly filled bottles do not have the mandatory cautionary label for products containing methanol…
- US
B. toys Walk 'n' Learn Wooden Activity Toddler Walkers Recalled Due to Choking Hazard; Distributed by Maison Battat
The wheels and wheel attachment hardware can detach from the walker in small pieces, posing a choking hazard to young children.
CPSCLongQuan KaiXiang Wooden Products Co. Ltd., of ChinaAbout 17,200 (In addition, about 2,400 were sold in Canada)Official notice → - US
RH Recalls Illuminated Mirrors Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
There are loose components in the mirror's bulb sockets, which can lead to overcurrent and overheating, posing fire and shock hazards.
- US
Specialized Bicycle Components Expands Recall of Sirrus Bicycles with Alloy Cranks Due to Fall and Injury Hazards
The crank arm can disengage and cause the bicycle's rider to lose control, posing fall and injury hazards.
- US
Reckitt Recalls More than Three Million Bottles of Airborne Gummies Due to Injury Hazard
When opened for the first time, pressure build up in the bottle can cause the cap and underlying seal to pop off with force, posing an injury hazard.
- 2022-03-15
- US
Great Dane Trailers: Radius Rod Mounting Bolts Not Properly Tightened
Loose or missing bolts can cause the suspension to shift rearward, resulting in a loss of vehicle control. In addition, bolts that fall off can become a road hazard. Both of these scenarios can increase the risk of a…
- US
Kia America, Inc.: Inadequate Windshield Bonding
A front windshield that detaches from a vehicle can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- US
Winnebago Towable: Coupler Improperly Welded
Trailer separation from the tow vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
- US
Roadtrek Inc.: Incorrect Tire Pressure on Label/FMVSS 138
Incorrect tire pressure information may result in under-inflated tires, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- 2022-03-14
- US
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.: Fuel Gauge May Display Inaccurate Fuel Reading
An inaccurate fuel reading may cause an engine stall due to lack of fuel, increasing the risk of a crash.
- US
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC): Steering Assembly Bar May Bind Inside Rack
Difficulty steering, or a loss of steering control, can increase the risk of a crash.
- US
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC): Steering Assembly Bar May Bind Inside Rack
Difficulty steering, or a loss of steering control, can increase the risk of a crash.
Canada 28
- 2022-03-20
CA- 2022-03-18
- CA
- 2022-03-17
- CA
KIPRUN GPS 550 wrist watch recalled due to burn and fire hazard
Fire hazard
Health CanadaOfficial notice → - 2022-03-16
- CA
- CA
RH Illuminated Mirrors recalled due to potential fire and shock hazard
Electrical hazard - Fire hazard
Health CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
B. toys Wooden Activity Toddler Walker recalled due to choking hazard
Choking hazard
Health CanadaOfficial notice → - 2022-03-15
- CA
- CA
Sodium Acetate Injection, USP - Potential for the Presence of Particulate Matter
Product quality - Product safety
Health CanadaOfficial notice → - 2022-03-14
- CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
Self-Righting Luer Slip Tip Cap (Discpac, 100 Pack), Yellow
Labelling and packaging
Health CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
United Kingdom 5
- 2022-03-18
UK- 2022-03-15
- UK
Lidl GB recalls Alesto Californian Pistachios Roasted & Salted because salmonella has been found in the product
Salmonella has been found in the product
- UK
Republic of Munchery Ltd recalls pet feed because of the presence of salmonella
Of the presence of salmonella
- UK
Lidl Northern Ireland recalls Culinea Paella because cooking instructions are not written in English
Cooking instructions are not written in english
- UK
Lidl Northern Ireland recalls Culinea Paella due to allergens not declared in English
Allergens not declared in english
Australia 5
- 2022-03-18
AUSmiggle Fun Character Slapband Watch
If young children gain access to the button batteries and ingest them, they are likely to suffer severe internal burn injuries, which can result in serious illness or death. Button batteries also pose a choking hazard…
- 2022-03-16
- AU
Vuly 360 Pro "Spin Swing" Attachment
If a child’s head or body is entrapped, it may lead to serious injury or death. A near fatal incident has occurred where a child became entrapped in the swing.
- 2022-03-15
- AU
Fitbit Ionic Smartwatch
If the battery overheats while a user is wearing the device, it can pose a burn hazard.
- AU
Rice Balls Snack-Yoghurt Strawberry Flavour 45g
If young children gain access to the button batteries and ingest them, they are likely to suffer severe internal burn injuries, which can result in serious illness or death. The button batteries and LED light component…
- 2022-03-14
- AU
Uncle’s Ham Free Range 150g
Food products contaminated with (listeria monocytogenes) may cause illness. Listeria monocytogenes may cause illness in pregnant women and their unborn babies, the elderly and people with low immune systems.
New Zealand 2
- 2022-03-16
NZSmiggle Fun Character Slapband Watch
The button battery compartment of the product may not be adequately secured and the button battery may be accessible. Button batteries can cause serious or fatal injuries if they are swallowed or placed inside any part…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice →- NZ
Fitbit Ionic Smartwatch
Fitbit has determined that there is a risk that, in rare circumstances, the battery in the Ionic Smartwatch may overheat. If the battery overheats while a user is wearing the product and the user does not remove the…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice →
EU & EEA 49
- 2022-03-18
- NLEU
Ladder (Vonroc) · Telescopic Ladder 3.8M
The ladder does not have sufficient mechanical strength and can bend during use, possibly resulting in a fall of the user from a considerable height. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General…
- FREU
Finger paint set (Mokeelo) · Peinture doigt gouache enfant palette. 12 X Peinture doigt pour bébé et enfant nettoyage…
There is an excessive migration for different colours of aluminium and copper (measured values: up to 2612 mg/kg and 296 mg/kg, respectively.) Aluminium is toxic for children if ingested. Exposure to excessive levels…
SEEUSkin-lightening gel (Fleur de Lis) · Papaya Brightening Gel
According to the list of ingredients, the product contains isobutylparaben, which is forbidden in cosmetics. Isobutylparaben might be toxic for reproduction and development, and might specifically be harmful to the…
- SEEU
Skin-lightening lotion (Mama Africa Cosmetics) · Vit-Fee Whitening Beauty Lotion
According to the list of ingredients, the product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone and methylisothiazolinone (MCI/MI), which are forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. Dermal contact with…
- SEEU
Skin-lightening lotion (Carotone, Gandour, Nouvelle Parfumerie Gandour) · Brightening Body Lotion
The product contains hydroquinone, which is forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. Hydroquinone can cause skin irritation and dermatitis. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
- SEEU
Hair lotion (DABUR, Formerly Organic Root Stimulator) · Olive Oil ORS Hair Relaxer
According to the list of ingredients, the product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone and methylisothiazolinone (MCI/MI), which are forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. Dermal contact with…
IEEUToy set (alfyng) · HFBlins Floating Blow Pipe Balls Game Toys, Blowin
The product has small detachable parts (balls) which a small child can easily access, put in the mouth and choke on. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European…
- IEEU
Plastic toy (Zayaa) · 1Pc Cartoon Motorcycle Inertia Toy Plastic C
The plastic of the packaging is too thin. If a child plays with it, the plastic can cover the mouth and nose, causing the child to suffocate. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety…
- IEEU
Toy car (H87yC4ra) · Mini Engineering Vehicle Model, Kids Truc
The plastic bag is too thin, which could lead to suffocation if a child plays with it. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
FIEUHammer (Fixit Tools) · Recoilles Hammer
The plastic material of the handle contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured values up to 47% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to…
BEEUFireworks (Piromax) · Fireball
The noise level is too high (measured values: up to 124.3 dB). Consequently it can cause damage to hearing. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Pyrotechnics Directive nor with the European standard…
- NLEU
Soother holder (Musthaves by Kell) · KIM- white/Leopard/Beech wood
The product can easily break releasing small parts. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
- LTEU
Extension cord (BELLIGHT)
The cross-sectional area of the external and internal wires is too thin and this can lead to overheating, leading to burns or fire. In the event of damage of the base-insulated wires, the active parts may become…
- PLEU
Fixed luminaire (tooLight) · Oprawa oswietleniowa stala
The electrical insulation of the luminarie is inadequate. Live parts may become accessible and the user may receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor…
- PLEU
Electric kettle
The earthing protection is inadequate and the product construction is inappropriate (water can accumulate in the kettle stand), leaving live parts accessible. The user could touch the accessible live parts and receive…
EU Safety Gate · reported by PolandOfficial notice → - PLEU
USB travel charger (ISY) · USB Travel Charger Set With Lightning Connector
The device is not resistant to high temperatures, its casing may deform leaving live parts accessible. The user may receive an electric shock. Moreover, the device may cause fire or burns. The product does not comply…
- NLEU
USB charger (Kruidvat) · Wereldstekker / Prise de voyage globale
It is possible to plug one pin while the other pin is accessible. As a result, accessible parts can become live and the user could receive an electric shock from them. The product does not comply with the requirements…
- SEEU
Skin-lightening cream (Fairness) · Cream
The product contains hydroquinone (declared value 2% by weight) which can cause skin irritation and dermatitis. It also contains mometasone (declared value 0,10% by weight). Mometasone is a corticosteroid that should…
- SEEU
Skin-lightening body lotion (ROSANCE) · X20 Whitening Body Lotion
The product contains isobutylparaben which might be toxic for reproduction and development, and might specifically be harmful to the male reproductive system. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products…
- SEEU
Skin-lightening cream (Melanofree) · Cream
The product contains hydroquinone (declared value 4% by weight) which can cause skin irritation and dermatitis. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
- PLEU
Soft toy · maskotka waz
Small parts (eye, zipper, sequins) may easily detach from the toy. The fibrous stuffing material of the toy is easily accessible. A child may put small parts and/or the stuffing in the mouth and choke on them. The…
EU Safety Gate · reported by PolandOfficial notice → - PLEU
Rattle toy · Grzechotka
The handle of the rattle is too long and if a child puts it in the mouth it can block the airways and cause choking. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European…
EU Safety Gate · reported by PolandOfficial notice → - NLEU
Soother holder (Egmont (Les Petits) and /or Hess)
The soother holder breaks easily and generates small parts. A small child could put them in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive nor with the…
HUEUChildren's shoes (Kids Mimi)
The small decorative elements (beads) 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 Safety…
- SEEU
Soap (Mama Africa Cosmetics) · Clairmen Lightening program for men
The list of ingredients on the packaging indicates that the product contains isobutylparaben which might be toxic for reproduction and development, and might specially target the male reproductive system. The product…
- SEEU
Moisturizing skin lotion (Skin Noveau) · Skin Nouveau Milk Protein Body Milk Lotion
According to the list of ingredients the product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone and methylisothiazolinone (MCI and MI), which are forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. Dermal contact…
- NLEU
LED night-lamp · LED night-lamp with day-night sensor
The electrical insulation is inadequate and the clearance/creepage distances between the primary and accessible secondary circuits are not sufficient. Hence, a user could receive an electric shock from accessible live…
EU Safety Gate · reported by NetherlandsOfficial notice → - NLEU
Lamp socket adapter
The screw-part of the bulb holder lacks insulation and becomes live. Consequently, when putting or replacing a bulb, the user might touch it and receive and electric shock. The product does not comply with the…
EU Safety Gate · reported by NetherlandsOfficial notice → 
DEEUMotorcycle (BMW Motorrad) · K 1600 GT, K 1600 GTL, K 1600 BAGGER
The rear strut link may have insufficient strength due to a part that does not meet the specifications and may deteriorate over time. This could affect rider handling and control, increasing the risk of an accident.…
- DEEU
Passenger car (DS) · DS4
The thread on the housing of the towing eye has the wrong dimensions and the eye cannot be screwed the required 7 to 8 turns. When towed, the vehicle can get disconnected from the vehicle towing it, posing a risk to…
- FREU
Passenger car (Peugeot) · 208
Improper rings used for rocker panel protectors can cause them to come loose and fall on the road, posing a risk to traffic.Contact may occur between the vacuum hose and the surrounding parts. This may result in loss…
- SEEU
Skin-lightening lotion (Mama Africa Cosmetics) · Skin Light Lemon Lotion
According to the list of ingredients the product contains a mixture of the preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone and methylisothiazolinone (MCI and MI), which are forbidden in leave-on cosmetics. Dermal contact…
- SEEU
Night lamp (YUHAI) · Music and starry sky calender UI-1038
Two solders in the product (battery and speaker) contain an excessive amount of lead (measured value up to 74% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of the…
- SEEU
Pot stirrer · Stir Crazy - Automatic Hands Free Sauce Stirrer
Two solders in the product (battery lid and button) contain an excessive amount of lead (measured value up to 71% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of…
EU Safety Gate · reported by SwedenOfficial notice → - DEEU
Passenger car (Ford) · Mustang Mach-E
The glass roof is not properly fixed and can detach from the vehicle, creating a risk for accidents. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their…
- DEEU
Passenger car (Toyota) · Tundra
The cabling of the front turn signals has been incorrectly assembled. When the front warning lights are activated, this results in reduced brightness of the headlamps and this may increase the risk of an accident. The…
- FREU
Passenger van / Light commercial vehicle (Opel) · Zafira / Vivaro (K0)
The manufacturer's VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) label displays an incorrect weight. This may lead to an accident if more than the maximum allowable weight is towed. The product does not comply with the…
- FREU
Passenger van / Light commercial vehicle (Peugeot) · Traveller, Export 4
The manufacturer's VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) label displays an incorrect weight. This may lead to an accident if more than the maximum allowable weight is towed. The product does not comply with the…
- FREU
Passenger van / Light commercial vehicle (CITROEN) · Jumpy IV, Spacetourer
The manufacturer's VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) label displays an incorrect weight. This may lead to an accident if more than the maximum allowable weight is towed. The product does not comply with the…
- FREU
Passenger car (Mazda) · RX8
The lower front suspension ball joint holder may break and can detach from the from the ball joint, causing directional instability which increases the risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the…
- DEEU
Passenger car (Honda) · Passport, Pilot, Ridgeline
At high speeds, the air inlet between the bonnet and the radiator grill causes vibrations in the hood. This can result in stress fractures along the bonnet latch striker and its separation from the bonnet, causing the…
- DEEU
Passenger car (Dodge) · Durango
Due to a incorrect installation, the rear spoiler may become detached from the vehicle and fall onto the road, creating a risk for an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market…
ITEUPlastic doll (JokiTime) · BEAUTIFUL MAGIC EGG
The plastic material of the product contains an excessive amount of Diisononyl phthalate (DINP), dibutyl phthalate (DBP) and bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (total measured value up to 7.5% by weight). These…
- DEEU
Passenger car (Peugeot) · 308
The thread on the housing of the towing eye has the wrong dimensions and the eye cannot be screwed the required 7 to 8 turns. When towed, the vehicle can get disconnected from the vehicle towing it, posing a risk to…
- FREU
Passenger car (Suzuki) · Ignis / Swift
The positive 12 Volt cable can come in contact with the negative supply wire or the bodywork and cause a short circuit and fire. The product does not meet the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor…
- NLEU
Jump starter (ULTRAI) · Jstar Zero
The battery management system does not keep the Lithium-ion cell within the parameters for current, voltage and temperature as specified by the manufacturer and the cells lack a thermal control circuit. The battery can…
- IEEU
Toy bow set (TA) · Kids Bow Toy Archery Set Outdoor Garden Toy Game I
The kinetic energy of the plastic balls fired from the bow is too high, which can lead to eye injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with European standard EN 71-1
- HUEU
Aroma Diffuser (GMed) · Párologtató Difuzor
The water tank is not antibacterial and the appliance does not give a sound and light warning to change the water required. This could lead to the development of molds that can cause allergic reactions when spread by…
- HUEU
Lighting chain (Qx) · 240 Lights Christmas Lights
Live parts can become accessible when the lamps are being replaced or if they break. Also, the wires inside the lamp sockets can easily twist and short-circuit. A user may receive an electric shock. Furthermore,…
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