Online Home Shop Electric Heated Blankets
- Affected
- A charcoal 130 x 160 centimetres electric heated blanket and a white double sized electric heated blanket.
- The problem
- The products have been recalled as they present a serious risk of fire and may not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.
- What to do
- The product has been recalled from end users.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment – Electric heated blankets |
|---|---|
| Brand | Online Home Shop |
| SKU’s | OBEBPOLCL13 and OBEBPOLWH02 |
| Batch codes (located on the care label) | PO1712, PO1479, PO1478, PO1205 |
| Sales Period | September 2022 to January 2023 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A charcoal 130 x 160 centimetres electric heated blanket and a white double sized electric heated blanket. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The products have been recalled as they present a serious risk of fire and may not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994. This means there is a risk that the product could catch fire and it may also pose a risk of electric shock. Customers who have purchased either of the affected products are advised to unplug the product and stop using it immediately.
Corrective action
Recall of the product from end users. A recall notice has been sent to all direct customers and retailers. For further information, please see the Online Home Shop recall site here: https://www.onlinehomeshop.com/product-safety-recalls
Additional information
PSD case number: 2302-0034
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 3 April 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.