Safety warning Medium risk 17 September 2021

LED Projection Toy

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of LED Projection Toy
Photo: official notice
Affected
Elephant plush toy in turquoise
The problem
The product presents a risk of burns as there is a presence of a short-circuit between the terminals of the batteries box with the rod of 1 mm of diameter.
What to do
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from, to request redress.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Toys – LED Projection Toy
SKU 32847245027
Country of Origin Unknown
Product description Elephant plush toy in turquoise
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a risk of burns as there is a presence of a short-circuit between the terminals of the batteries box on the printed circuit with the rod of 1 mm of diameter. This short circuit causes a smoke release and generates a maximum temperature rise of 96.1C on the batteries, more than the maximum authorised value of 45C.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

Corrective action

We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from, to request redress.

The listing has been removed from the online marketplace (AliExpress).

Additional information

PSD case number: 2108-0119

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 17 September 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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