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Bauer Electric Hot Water Bottle — recall

Consumer goods · United Kingdom · 2025-03-06

Hazard: Fire

Bauer Electric Hot Water Bottle for fire hazard

Country	United Kingdom
Category	Consumer goods
Published	2025-03-06
Model identifiers	Model No: CHB-006; Item No: 38930
Category	Electrical appliances and equipment
Hazard	Fire
Hazard description	The product presents a serious risk of fire as the plug is fitted with a 13-amp fuse, instead of the 3-amp fuse required for this type of product. A 13-amp fuse could allow too much current to flow, potentially leading to overheating and fire if the product draws more power than intended.
Non-compliance	Plugs and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994
Remedy	The manufacturer is warning consumers of the risk. They have issued a warning notice with instructions for the fuse to be replaced or the option to return the item to the retailer for a refund. For further information, users should contact the distributor via email at afterservice@benross.com or telephone on +44 (0) 1518 327 600.
Recall number	2412-0084
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	Cell–charger matching, over-heat/over-charge protection, isolation of hot parts.
Rules & standards likely involved	UK GPSR, UKCA · Full guide →

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