R-LX-05
R-LX-05 was recalled on 19 April 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00962/24. Injuries risk reported by Germany. The concrete screws for use as multiple fasteners in non-load-bearing redundant systems can spontaneously fail owing to hydrogen embrittlement.
| Alert Number | A12/00962/24 |
| Brand | Rawlplug |
| Category | Construction products |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Poland |
| Published | 19 April 2024 |
Risk Description
The concrete screws for use as multiple fasteners in non-load-bearing redundant systems can spontaneously fail owing to hydrogen embrittlement. The weight they support is transferred to adjacent screws, which have the same potential defect and can also break. A zipper effect and thus a system failure must be expected. People can be injured by falling parts. The product does not comply with the Construction Products Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 02/04/2024Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 02/04/2024Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 02/04/2024
Product Description
Concrete screws advertised as approved according to ETA-17/0783 for use as multiple fasteners in non-load-bearing systems in concrete.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to R-LX-05.
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.