Safety warning Serious risk 5 October 2023

Useber NY030-WH LED night light sold via Amazon

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Useber NY030-WH LED night light sold via Amazon
Photo: official notice
Affected
A white LED night light packaged in a brown cardboard box.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of fire and electric shock as the as the plug does not meet the constructional or dimensional requirements of BS 1363.
What to do
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment – LED Night Light
Brand Useber
Model NY030-WH
Amazon ASIN B07T6SLCJP
Barcode 70738300
Country of Origin China
Product Description A white LED night light packaged in a brown cardboard box.
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire and electric shock as the as the plug does not meet the constructional or dimensional requirements of BS 1363. The live and neutral pins were found to be too close together, and too close to the periphery of the plug. As the plug does not make a proper connection with the socket, it could overheat and cause a fire. The user could also receive an electric shock when inserting or removing the plug from the socket. Improvements are required to the product’s markings.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Corrective action

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

We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2308-0145

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 5 October 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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