Mighty Knight
Mighty Knight was recalled on 8 September 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1198/17. Burns, Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Finland. The product poses a risk of burns due to the high flammability of the material of the hood.
| Alert Number | A12/1198/17 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Burns, Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Finland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 43-3207 |
| Published | 8 September 2017 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of burns due to the high flammability of the material of the hood. If the child wears the hood and it catches fire, the child may get burns mostly on the head and face. In addition, there are fixed loops in the hood and on the shoulders which can become trapped during various activities of the child, leading to injury or strangulation.The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standards EN 71-2 and EN 14682.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 06/07/2017Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 07/06/2017
Product Description
Knight costume with hood and trousers
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, injuries, strangulation hazard related to Mighty Knight.
About this risk
This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.