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Ben 10 Alien Force (<font color="#ff0000">THE PRODUCT MAY BE COUNTERFEIT</font>).

Damage to hearing Toys Serious risk

Ben 10 Alien Force (<font color="#ff0000">THE PRODUCT MAY BE COUNTERFEIT</font>). was recalled on 19 April 2013 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0471/13. Damage to hearing risk reported by Estonia. The product poses a risk of damage to hearing for children because the sound level is too high.

Photo of recalled product: Ben 10 Alien Force (<font color="#ff0000">THE PRODUCT MAY BE COUNTERFEIT</font>).
Alert NumberA12/0471/13
CategoryToys
Risk TypeDamage to hearing
Notifying CountryEstonia
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberModel No.9218D; item No.50121
Published19 April 2013

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of damage to hearing for children because the sound level is too high.The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.

Product Description

Toy mobile phone made of light green and white plastic. It is battery-operated and produces different sounds when the buttons are pressed.

👂 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a damage to hearing hazard related to Ben 10 Alien Force (<font color="#ff0000">THE PRODUCT MAY BE COUNTERFEIT</font>)..

About this risk

This product can emit sound levels that exceed safe limits, potentially causing hearing damage or hearing loss with prolonged use.

Recommended action

Stop using the product or reduce volume to minimum levels. If you experience ringing in the ears or hearing discomfort, consult a doctor.

Who is at risk?

Children are especially vulnerable as their hearing is more sensitive than adults.

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