BITOWAT Christmas Garland with Lights sold via Amazon
- Affected
- Christmas garland ‘kit’ with lights, pinecones, and other optional components.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to access to live parts.
- 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 | Electrical appliances and equipment – Christmas Garland with Lights |
|---|---|
| Brand | BITOWAT |
| Barcode | X001LAP1U5 |
| Product Codes | FBA15G1Y60Q4U000158 420066 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Christmas garland ‘kit’ with lights, pinecones, and other optional components. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the product has a counterfeit plug with insufficient distance between the pins and the periphery. Furthermore, the pins are too thin and short. The fuse has no granular filler, which is required to ensure the safe operation of the fuse under fault conditions. The consumer could likely touch the live pins whilst trying to plug in or remove the plug, giving them an electric shock.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
The product has been destroyed at the border and the listing removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2211-0023
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 23 November 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.