Safety warning High risk 13 August 2024

GreenSun LED Lighting Aquarium Light, HCX-081 sold via Amazon

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of GreenSun LED Lighting Aquarium Light, HCX-081 sold via Amazon
Photo: official notice
Affected
An aquarium light for illumination with wall plug.
The problem
The product presents a high risk of fire as the plug pins are shorter and wider than required, and could cause damage to the socket over time, leading to overheating.
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 – Aquarium Light
Model HCX-081
Barcode X001E9BQWF
Amazon identifier FBA15J04V57LU000001
SKU D079-APP18-UKFBA-ZZB
Country of Origin China
Product Description An aquarium light for illumination with wall plug.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a high risk of fire as the plug pins are shorter and wider than required, and therefore do not make proper contact with the connections, damaging the socket over time. This could cause the plug pins and the plug to overheat and ignite. Improvements are also required to marking, labelling and documentation.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).

Additional information

PSD number: 2408-0070

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 13 August 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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