United KingdomMIWAT LED Flood Light (model MX-FX50W-220V-CW) sold via Amazon, identified by ASINs B08X12GYYS and B0B96JY3CW and SKUs UK049 and UK098, is affected. It was recalled because internal and external wiring are not suitable for outdoor use, so live wires could become exposed over time and the product could catch fire; it does not meet the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. The import was rejected at the border and destroyed and the online marketplace listing has been removed.
What's being recalled
Product Safety Report for MIWAT LED Flood Light presenting a serious risk of fire.
Type: Lighting Equipment - Outdoor Lamps/Torches/Lanterns - Powered
Brand: MIWAT
Model: MX-FX50W-220V-CW
Amazon ASIN: B08X12GYYS & B0B96JY3CW
Amazon product identifiers: X001M5V10N, FBA15KWBSX08U000004
SKU: UK049 & UK098
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: LED wire-in panel flood light.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2601-0153
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire because the internal and external wiring is not suitable for outdoor use. As a floodlight, it is reasonable that a consumer would use the product outside. Over time, live wires could become exposed, which could lead to the product catching fire. Improvements are also required to product labelling and marking.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
What to do
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by Office for Product Safety and Standards, collected from Office for Product Safety and Standards. Check the original before you act on it.
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