Salbay LED Illuminated Bathroom Mirror Cabinet with Shaver Socket sold via Amazon
- Affected
- Product supplied in brown cardboard box marked TMEE. An inner cardboard box is marked 5070-T. The cabinet is available in two types – Type A is the cabinet subject to this recall.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the shaver socket does not provide the necessary protection for high moisture environments and is not adequately earthed.
- 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 – Bathroom Mirror Cabinet |
|---|---|
| Model | 5070-T (JG5070A) |
| ASIN | B08GY27DLG |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Product supplied in brown cardboard box marked TMEE. An inner cardboard box is marked 5070-T. The cabinet is available in two types – Type A is the cabinet subject to this recall. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the shaver socket is connected directly to mains. The product should incorporate a Class II reinforced insulation isolation transformer to protect the user from electric shock in high moisture environments, which it did not. The product had also been constructed with a Class I LED driver unit and all accessible parts had not been earthed, as required.
The product also presents a risk of fire as internal parts were covered in a wax paper masking tape, which could ignite under fault conditions. The product also requires improvements to marking, labelling and documentation.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
The authority are requiring the recall of the product from end users.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2301-0213
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 24 February 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.