LED Net Mesh Fairy String Light sold via Wish
- Affected
- An LED lighting chain with a white plug at one end and a white controller with 8 programmes at the other end.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the plastic control enclosure has poor mechanical strength, potentially exposing live parts if the product is dropped or trodden on.
- 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 – Lighting chain |
|---|---|
| Other product identifiers | Wish ID: 56051b2151793b66e74e1626 |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Product Description | An LED lighting chain with a white plug at one end and a white controller with 8 programmes 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 the plastic control enclosure has poor mechanical strength, potentially exposing live parts if the product is dropped or trodden on. Also, the minimum creepage and clearance between live and neutral on the control PCB tracks are less than 1 mm. The minimum requirements are 1.5 mm clearance and 2.5 mm creepage. The plug cable has no support from a cable clamp and the fuse had the incorrect rating. No instructions were provided with the product and some of the required documentation and markings were missing.
The product does not comply with The Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
Withdrawal of the product from the market. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Wish).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2208-0222
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 6 April 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.