NEWAO Life Jacket sold via Wish and eBay
- Affected
- Grey sides with black centre panels and white text logo on front and back. Side entry buoyancy aid with neoprene fabric, side plastic zipper closure with Velcro tab and double 38mm black webbing waist strap with black plastic buckle closures.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious risk of drowning as when tested, the product did not provide the required level of buoyancy.
- What to do
- Owners are advised to cease use of the product and contact the distributor they purchased from to request redress.
Product information
| Type | Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Life Jacket |
|---|---|
| Brand | NEWAO |
| WISH ID | 60935ee03c3dec6e04e26e2f |
| Wish Listing Name | Adults Life Jacket Neoprene Safety Life Vest for Water Ski Wakeboard Swimming S-3XL |
| eBay item number | 165532499508 |
| eBay listing name | Newao Adult Kids Life Jackets Neoprene Buoyancy Aid Vest Swim Ski Sailing |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | Grey sides with black centre panels and white text logo on front and back. Side entry buoyancy aid with neoprene fabric, side plastic zipper closure with Velcro tab and double 38mm black webbing waist strap with black plastic buckle closures. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The product has been assessed as presenting a serious risk of drowning. The product was advertised as a life jacket, but once purchased was identified as a buoyancy aid (which does not provide the same level of protection). When tested, the product did not meet the level of buoyancy required of a buoyancy aid, and therefore may not have performed as expected when relied upon.
The product also requires improvements to marking, labelling and documentation.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment or the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018.
Corrective action
OPSS is requiring the recall of the product from end users.
Owners are advised to cease use of the product and contact the distributor they purchased from to request redress.
The listings have been removed by the online marketplaces (Wish and eBay).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2310-0147 (Wish) and 2402-0200 (eBay)
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 1 May 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.