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PB36-L powerboard and PB34UPD powerboard (sold at Bunnings) — recall

Consumer goods · Australia · 2025-01-23

Hazard: A seal to prevent water entering the po…

Arlec powerboards have non-compliant water seals, risking ignition and fire

Country	Australia
Category	Consumer goods
Published	2025-01-23
Manufacturer	Arlec Australia Pty Ltd_x000D_ (link is external)
Retailer	Bunnings
Model identifiers	Electrical approval number: SGS-250698-EA; Barcode number: 9311644124313 and 9311644124306; SKU: 0586165 and 0586163
Hazard description	A seal to prevent water entering the powerboards is non-compliant. This can affect electrical parts causing the plastic materials to ignite. There is a risk of serious injuries or death, and damage to property if the powerboard catches fire._x000D_ Incidents have occurred.
Non-compliance	flammability requirements
Remedy	Stop using the powerboard and unplug it from power immediately. Return the powerboard to any Bunnings store for a full refund. Contact Arlec Australia Pty Ltd email: custservice@arlec.com.au (link sends email) call: 03 9982 5111, 9:00 am-5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
Recall number	2025/20417
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	Marketplaces may delist the same or similar products, freeze or force-remove inventory (e.g. Amazon FBA) and notify past buyers.
Self-check for comparable products	Cell–charger matching, over-heat/over-charge protection, isolation of hot parts.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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