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PLASTROL Extension cord Extension cord — recall
Consumer goods · European Union · 2024-08-23
Hazard: Electric shock
PLASTROL extension cord poses electric shock risk
| Country | European Union |
|---|---|
| Category | Consumer goods |
| Published | 2024-08-23 |
| Model identifiers | VMZ1-01 |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Hazard | Electric shock |
| Hazard description | The plug of a protection class I appliance can be inserted into the socket of an extension cord intended for appliances of protection class II. Thus, the product does not provide any protection against electric shock if a protection class I appliance is connected to this extension cord. This can cause electric shock to end users. |
| Non-compliance | Low Voltage Directive and the European standards IEC 60884-1 and IEC 60884-2-7 |
| Remedy | Withdrawal of the product from the market. Warning consumers of the risks. Stop of sales. |
| Recall number | A12/02318/24 |
| 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; under GPSR regulators can require platforms to act within 2 working days. |
|---|---|
| Self-check for comparable products | Plug, insulation and creepage vs. rating plate; certification coverage for the exact model. |
| Rules & standards likely involved | GPSR, CE (Toys EN 71 / LVD·EMC), REACH · Full guide → |
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