MK Electric MK Essentials Electrical Three Pin Sockets with Switches
- Affected
- Various models of white 3-pin wall sockets with switches.
- The problem
- The product presentsa risk of minor burns, as it has been identified that when the switch on the socket is being switched on, or switched off, whilst it is under load, there is a possibility for an arc flash to occur, for milliseconds.
- What to do
- The product has been withdrawn from sale. If you own one, stop using it and contact the seller.
Product information
| Type | Adaptors, Plugs and Sockets – 3 Pin Sockets with Switches |
|---|---|
| Brand | MK Electric |
| Sales period of affected products | 2018 to 3rd July 2024 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Various models of white 3-pin wall sockets with switches. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Affected models and barcodes
| SKU/Model | Unit barcode | Pack barcode |
|---|---|---|
| MV2747WHI | 5017490941725 | 5017490949721 |
| MV2647WHI | 5017490941749 | 5017490949745 |
| MV2747DPWHI | 5017490941763 | 5017490949769 |
| MV2647DPWHI | 5017490941787 | 5017490949783 |
| MV24344WHI | 5017490941800 | 5017490949806 |
| MV2747MBK | 5017490963369 | 5017490971753 |
| MV2647MBK | 5017490963383 | 5017490971777 |
| MV2747DPMBK | 5017490963406 | 5017490971791 |
| MV2647DPMBK | 5017490963420 | 5017490971814 |
| MV24344MBK | 5017490963444 | 5017490971838 |
| MV2747TTA | 5017490966544 | 5017490974938 |
| MV2647TTA | 5017490966568 | 5017490974952 |
| MV2747DPTTA | 5017490966582 | 5017490974976 |
| MV2647DPTTA | 5017490966605 | 55017490974990 |
| MV24344TTA | 5017490966629 | 5017490975010 |
| MV2747CHA | 5017490965486 | 5017490973870 |
| MV2647CHA | 5017490965509 | 5017490973894 |
| MV2747DPCHA | 5017490965523 | 5017490973917 |
| MV2647DPCHA | 5017490965547 | 5017490973931 |
| MV24344CHA | 5017490965561 | 5017490973955 |
| MV2747CHM | 5017490967602 | 5017490975997 |
| MV2647CHM | 5017490967626 | 5017490976017 |
| MV2747DPCHM | 5017490967640 | 5017490976031 |
| MV2647DPCHM | 5017490967664 | 5017490976055 |
| MV24344CHM | 5017490967688 | 5017490976079 |
| MV2747PRL | 5017490964427 | 5017490972811 |
| MV2647PRL | 5017490964441 | 5017490972835 |
| MV2747DPPRL | 5017490964465 | 5017490972859 |
| MV2647DPPRL | 5017490964489 | 5017490972873 |
| MV24344PRL | 5017490964502 | 5017490972897 |
| MV2747WHI- | 5017490006752 | 5017490007155 |
Product names
| 13A 2G SP Switched Socket model |
| 13A 2G DP Switched Socket model |
| 13A 2G SP Switched Socket with Neon model |
| 13A 2G DP SWITCHSOCKET WITH USB PORT |
Hazard
The product presents a risk of minor burns as it has been identified that when the switch on the socket is being switched on or switched off, whilst it is under load, there is a possibility for an arc flash to occur.
The affected sockets do not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs and Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994
Corrective action
The products have been withdrawn from the market.
Additional information
PSD number: 2411-0130
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 9 December 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.