Warning triangle
Warning triangle was recalled on 21 May 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00682/21. Injuries risk reported by Slovakia. The stability of the warning triangle is inadequate.
| Alert Number | A12/00682/21 |
| Category | Other - Car accessories |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | EAN: 8591686015232 |
| Model Number | Homologation number: E11 27R 043555n Art. Nr.: HXJ -2 |
| Published | 21 May 2021 |
Risk Description
The stability of the warning triangle is inadequate. If the warning triangle is overturned or turned, it will not be visible and it could become an obstacle to the traffic, be struck by other vehicles and cause an accident. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Economic Commission for Europe (ECE) Regulation No. 27.
Measures Taken
Type 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: 27/01/2021Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 27/01/2021Type 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: 27/01/2021
Product Description
Warning triangle - consisting of four metal legs and a triangle of equilateral sides, on the front side of which there is a reflecting surface made of fluorescent material.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Warning triangle .
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.