Safety warning Serious risk 15 January 2026

X9 Space Heater

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Affected
Space heater with attached wall plug.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of fire as the plug fuse has insufficient granular filler and is considered counterfeit.
What to do
The import has been rejected at the border.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Air Heaters – Portable
Model (packaging only) X9
Product Identifiers YM 45-3
Country of Origin China
Product Description Space heater with attached wall plug.
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire as the plug fuse has insufficient granular filler and is considered counterfeit. A correctly rated fuse is required to ensure the safe operation of the plug under fault conditions, and its absence could lead to the plug overheating and/or exploding. Improvements are also required to product documentation and marking.    

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

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border.

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2601-0116

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 15 January 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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