Safety warning High risk 12 April 2024

Useber LED Plug-in Night Light sold via Amazon

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Useber LED Plug-in Night Light sold via Amazon
Photo: official notice
Affected
White plastic plug-in night light with three-pin plug, supplied in cream coloured cardboard packaging.
The problem
The product presents a high risk of fire as the plug pin dimensions are non-compliant, and could cause resistive heating within the socket, causing it to overheat and ignite.
What to do
The listings have been taken down. If you bought one, stop using it and contact the seller for a refund.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Night Light
Brand Useber
Model NY030-WH
Barcode 70738300
ASIN B07T6SLCJP
Country of Origin China
Product description White plastic plug-in night light with three-pin plug, supplied in cream coloured cardboard packaging.
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire as the pins do not meet the dimensional requirements of the relevant standard, BS1363. This could cause resistive heating within the socket, causing it to overheat and ignite. The product requires improvements to marking, labelling and documentation.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).

Additional information

PSD case number: 2310-0283

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 12 April 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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