Gas cooker
Gas cooker was recalled on 2 December 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01694/22. Asphyxiation risk reported by Ireland. When the door of the grill is in closed position, oxygen ingress to the grill is stopped and the burner turns off.
| Alert Number | A12/01694/22 |
| Brand | Stoves |
| Category | Gas appliances and components |
| Risk Type | Asphyxiation |
| Notifying Country | Ireland |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Model Number | PREC, PREC DX, RICH, RICH DX, STER, STER DX, STERLING |
| Published | 2 December 2022 |
Risk Description
When the door of the grill is in closed position, oxygen ingress to the grill is stopped and the burner turns off.Ingress of oxygen leads to the build-up of carbon monoxide inside the grill. This can increase the risk of asphyxiation. The product does not comply with the Regulation on appliances burning gaseous fuels (GAR).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: 15/08/2022
Product Description
Gas cooker with a width of 90cm, 100cm or 110cm. Sold between 2010 and 2022.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a asphyxiation hazard related to Gas cooker.
About this risk
This product can block the airways or restrict breathing, posing a risk of asphyxiation.
Recommended action
Remove the product from the environment immediately, especially from sleeping areas. If someone is having difficulty breathing, call emergency services immediately.
Who is at risk?
Infants and young children are at the highest risk.