United KingdomCostway BY213-BS021-C black extension lead with two 13A sockets, one USB and one USB‑C socket and a 13A plug, sold with an L‑shaped desk via Amazon, eBay, The Range and B&Q Marketplace. It was recalled because single insulated live wires can contact secondary parts of the USB PCB, increasing the risk of electrical arcing, short circuits and fire. Owners should unplug the extension lead immediately and contact Costway at cs.uk@costway.com or 01473 550500 to arrange a replacement, or contact the distributor they purchased from to request redress.
What's being recalled
Product Recall for Costway Extension Lead presenting a high risk of fire.
Type: Electrical appliances and equipment - Extension Lead
Brand: Costway
Model: BY213-BS021-C
Manufacturer: Dongguan Baiyou Electronic., Ltd
The Range Product Code: 1832183
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: Black 2 13amp socket and 1 USB and 1 USBC socket extension lead with a 13amp plug supplied with an L shaped desk.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2502-0012
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a high risk of fire as single insulated live wires were present, which can contact secondary parts of the USB PCB. These should be sleeved or adequately restrained. Such contact increases the likelihood of electrical arcing or short circuits, which can lead to overheating and potentially cause a fire.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
What to do
The product has been recalled from end users.
Owners are advised to unplug the extension lead of the desk immediately. Contact Costway at cs.uk@costway.com or 01473 550500 to arrange for a replacement lead.
Alternatively, contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress
The official notice
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