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B&Q GoodHome Saturnia Electric Blanket recalled over a fire risk
Product Recall for B&Q GoodHome Saturnia Electric Blanket presenting a risk of fire and electric shock.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
2 identifiers listed for this notice.
B&Q GoodHome Saturnia Electric Blanket
- BarcodeThe long number printed under the barcode.
- 5059340980560
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- Saturnia
What to do now
The risk with B&Q GoodHome Saturnia Electric Blanket is fire: a fault could cause it to overheat, melt or ignite.
- Stop using and charging it now, and unplug it.
- Keep it somewhere cool and clear of soft furnishings. Never put lithium batteries in the household bin.
- Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from B&Q GoodHome.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Faulty chargers, batteries and appliances are a common cause of house fires. A fire can start while the product is charging or switched on and nobody is watching.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- make sure you have working smoke alarms
Get help urgently
- if it starts to smoke, smell of burning or catch fire, get everyone out and call 999
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it.
If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2512-0163). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for B&Q GoodHome Saturnia Electric Blanket presenting a risk of fire and electric shock.
The risk
The product presents a risk of fire as it has been identified that an electric component can overheat. This could result in the product or the surrounding furniture overheating and catching fire. If the controller overheats and melts, it is possible that live parts may become exposed, which could lead to the user receiving an electric shock.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users by Kingfisher International Products Limited.
Consumers are advised to stop using the product immediately, unplug it from the mains and return it to their nearest B&Q store for a full refund. For more information, please access: Product recalls and safety notices at B&Q or contact B&Q Customer Services on 0300 303 4482.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2512-0163
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Electric blanket sold between November 2024 and December 2025.
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Questions
Why has B&Q GoodHome Saturnia Electric Blanket been recalled?
The risk with B&Q GoodHome Saturnia Electric Blanket is fire: a fault could cause it to overheat, melt or ignite. Faulty chargers, batteries and appliances are a common cause of house fires. A fire can start while the product is charging or switched on and nobody is watching.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the barcode and model on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Stop using and charging it now, and unplug it. Keep it somewhere cool and clear of soft furnishings. Never put lithium batteries in the household bin.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it. If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
Where was B&Q GoodHome Saturnia Electric Blanket sold?
The notice names B&Q. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
