LED decorative lights
LED decorative lights was recalled on 1 December 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/02951/23. Electric shock risk reported by Slovakia. Due to insufficient mechanical strength of the lamps, live parts are easily accessible, which can result in an electric shock.
| Alert Number | A12/02951/23 |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 20L-600L |
| Published | 1 December 2023 |
Risk Description
Due to insufficient mechanical strength of the lamps, live parts are easily accessible, which can result in an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standards EN 60598-1 and EN 60598-2-20.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
White and green lighting chains, each model with a different number of LED bulbs (100LED and 200LED) as well as the length of the chain itself (3x2m, 7m and 14m). The chains contain a device for changing lighting modes.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to LED decorative lights.
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.