Watercraft prefabricated hatch
Drowning Other - Part/component of watercraft (powered or unpowered) Other risk levels
| Alert Number | A11/00068/24 |
| Brand | Plastimo |
| Category | Other - Part/component of watercraft (powered or unpowered) |
| Risk Type | Drowning |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | France |
| Model Number | T60 |
| Published | 21 June 2024 |
Risk Description
The thickness of the hatch is less than the 5 millimetres required. This can create a waterway, leading the boat to sink, increasing the risk of drowning for users. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Recreational Craft and Personal Watercraft Directive nor with the European standard EN 12216.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 02/05/2024
Product Description
Prefabricated raw aluminium hatch for recreational craft with dimensions: 567 mm x 567 mm. Product sold online.