United KingdomVestel UK‑branded plugs fitted to various models of Bush TiVo televisions sold by Argos from December 2024 to March 2026 are affected; they can be identified by the Vestel UK‑branded plug on the TV power lead. The plug’s fuse does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1362, so the plug may overheat and catch fire and the product does not meet UK safety regulations. Consumers should check via Argos Product Check, request a free replacement accessory (replacement power cable or fuse) and, once they receive the replacement, remove the original plug lead and dispose of it via a WEEE recycling facility.
What's being recalled
Product Safety Report for Vestel UK Plugs in Bush TiVo Televisions presenting a risk of fire.
Type: Electrical appliances and equipment - Plugs
Brand: Bush TiVo
Sales Period: Products sold by Argos from December 2024 to March 2026
Country of Origin: Turkey
Product Description: Vestel UK-branded plugs fitted to various models of Bush TiVo televisions.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2606-0164
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a risk of fire as the plug’s fuse does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1362. A compliant, correctly rated fuse is required to ensure the safe operation of the product under fault conditions. Should a fault occur, the plug may overheat and catch fire.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets etc (Safety) Regulations 1994.
What to do
Consumers should check whether their product is affected and request a free replacement accessory (replacement power cable or fuse) by visiting: Argos Product Check.
Follow the online steps to arrange for a replacement plug and lead to be provided. Once the replacement plug lead has been received, customers should remove the original plug lead and dispose of it safely via a WEEE recycling facility.
The official notice
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