AGUG Inflatable Swim Vest sold via Amazon
- Affected
- Vest style life jacket with black cover material and blue patches on shoulder straps.
- The problem
- The product has been assessed as presenting a serious risk of drowning as the buoyancy aid was not accompanied with any minimum or maximum sizing limits.
- What to do
- The listings have been taken down. If you bought one, stop using it and contact the seller for a refund.
Product information
| Type | Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Life jacket/buoyancy aid |
|---|---|
| Brand | AGUG |
| Model number | AG4201 |
| ASIN | B09YDCKVNM |
| Listing Name | AGUG AGUG Snorkel Vest- Inflatable Swim Vest for Adult Buoyancy Aid Kayak Jackets for Women Men Swimming Flotation Jacket Diving Floatage Assist for Kayaking Snorkelling Boating Watersport |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Vest style life jacket with black cover material and blue patches on shoulder straps. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The product has been assessed as presenting a risk of drowning as the buoyancy aid was not accompanied with any minimum or maximum sizing limits.
The product was not supplied with the required compliance documentation or markings to be used correctly by a consumer, potentially resulting in a risk of drowning.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment or the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018.
Corrective action
OPSS has required the recall of the product from end users.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD number: 2402-0272
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 18 October 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.