Electric plug · Electric shock, Fire
Product: Electric plug · Trade Fittings Direct · Electric plug
Category: Electrical appliances and equipment · United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
Hazard: The plug pins can break and remain in the socket outlet, increasing the risk of electric shock if the user tries to remove it. Moreover, due to a plug's fuse defect, the product can overheat and melt, which can provoke a spark that can cause a fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive.
Official action: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Importer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: 24/01/2025Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Importer Category of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market Date of entry into force: 06/01/2025