Safety warning High risk 27 December 2023

AIBOO Wall Light sold via Amazon

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of AIBOO Wall Light sold via Amazon
Photo: official notice
Affected
Product is a disc-shaped wall light with power plug and AC adapter
The problem
The product presents a high risk of fire as the mains supply cord has excessive resistance. If the consumer were to plug in the product, the mains supply cord’s excessive resistance could make it overheat.
What to do
The listings have been taken down. If you bought one, stop using it and contact the seller for a refund.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Wall lights
Brand AIBOO
Model HYT-1202000
Carton numbers X000YALTZ9, FBA15G1U000001
Country of Origin China
Product description Product is a disc-shaped wall light with power plug and AC adapter
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a high risk of fire as the mains supply cord has excessive resistance. If the consumer were to plug in the product, the mains supply cord’s excessive resistance could make it overheat. If the supply cord catches fire, the user could get burnt from touching the plug or from debris. The plug also did not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1362, and the fuse is a suspected counterfeit as it only weights 1.5g.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected and destroyed at the border.

Removal of the listing by the online marketplace (Amazon).

Additional information

PSD case number: 2309-0044

Notified by: Local Authority Trading 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 27 December 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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