Boat – Recreational craft
Boat – Recreational craft was recalled on 19 December 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1474/08. Drowning, Fire risk reported by Romania. The product poses a risk of fire because of incorrect wiring.
| Alert Number | 1474/08 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Recreational crafts |
| Risk Type | Drowning, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Romania |
| Country of Origin | Romania |
| Model Number | GIO'21.02 (serial number:RO-GIO21020E807) |
| Published | 19 December 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of fire because of incorrect wiring. Lays are suspended everywhere in the boat leading to the possibility that they may be broken or become worn which could result in a fire, and a risk of drowning as all the tops and openings on the craft's deck are incorrectly tightened which means that water could enter the boat causing it to sink.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The boat is 6.8 m in length, 1.6 m high and 2.5 m in width. The moulded draught is 45 cm; Power 185 KW, speed 45 knots, maximum capacity: 8 persons.
🌊 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a drowning, fire hazard related to Boat – Recreational craft.
About this risk
This product does not provide adequate stability or safety features for use in or around water, creating a drowning risk.
Recommended action
Do not use this product in or near water. Never leave children unattended near water, even with flotation devices. Return the product to the retailer.
Who is at risk?
Children are at extreme risk. Drowning can occur in as little as 2 cm of water.