200 LED Fairy String Light sold via Wish
- Affected
- A 200 LED lighting chain with a ‘clover’ shaped plug at one end and a white controller at the other end.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it features a ‘clover’ style plug and has poor mechanical strength.
- What to do
- We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment – Lighting chain |
|---|---|
| Wish ID | 619ca42415a37991f9eb418d |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Product Description | A 200 LED lighting chain with a ‘clover’ shaped plug at one end and a white controller at the other end. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it features a ‘clover’ style plug and has poor mechanical strength. Due to being fitted with a non- BS 1363 plug, there is less than the required 9.5mm between the edge of the live pin and the side of the plug face, which presents hazards when the plug is inserted or removed from a socket. Also, when impact tests were performed, the white control enclosure broke open, giving users access to live parts, which if touched, could result in an electric shock. The creepage and clearance distances between live and neutral on the control PCB tracks were 1.0mm, below the required 1.5mm clearance and 2.5mm creepage. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.
The product does not comply with the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016, or the Plugs and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Wish).
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2208-0114
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 16 May 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.