Get notified about product recalls

Ahorre Electricidad y Dinero

Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Ahorre Electricidad y Dinero was recalled on 6 December 2013 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1774/13. Electric shock risk reported by Hungary. The user may suffer an electric shock if they touch the two pins of the device at the same time immediately after disconnecting.

Photo of recalled product: Ahorre Electricidad y Dinero
Alert NumberA12/1774/13
BrandJRD
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberModel: SE-001
Published6 December 2013

Risk Description

The user may suffer an electric shock if they touch the two pins of the device at the same time immediately after disconnecting. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 05/11/2013

Product Description

Energy saver product made of black and silver plastic. Two green LEDs indicate the operation of the device. In the lower half of the casing there is a built-in plug. Packaging: colourful cardboard box.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Ahorre Electricidad y Dinero.

About this risk

This product has inadequate electrical insulation, faulty wiring, or other electrical defects that can cause electric shock during use.

Recommended action

Unplug the product immediately and do not use it. Do not attempt to repair it yourself. Contact the manufacturer or retailer for a recall remedy.

Who is at risk?

Anyone using the product, especially in wet environments such as bathrooms or kitchens.

View on EU Safety Gate →

Related Recalls

More Electrical appliances and equipment recalls