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Extension Lead supplied with Costway Abraar Desk recalled over a fire risk
Product Recall for Extension Lead supplied with Costway Abraar Desk presenting a risk of fire.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice 
What to do now
Extension Lead supplied with Costway Abraar Desk has been flagged because it could start a fire in the home.
- 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.
- Contact Costway or the shop you bought it from to arrange the remedy set out in the notice.
- 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
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought.
If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2411-0185). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Extension Lead supplied with Costway Abraar Desk presenting a risk of fire.
The risk
The extension lead presents a risk of fire as it has been identified that some batches have been supplied with the incorrect plug type. This could cause the lead to overheat, damage the socket and over time, could result in a fire.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users.
Consumers in possession of the extension lead should unplug and dispose of it immediately. The desk itself is not affected and can be used as normal.
Once disposed of consumers should contact Costway on 01473 550500 or email cs.uk@costway.com to receive a free replacement extension.
Alternatively, consumers can contact their place of purchase. Affected products were sold via Temu, Amazon, eBay, The Range, Wayfair, B&Q Marketplace and Debenhams.
Additional information
PSD notification: 2411-0185
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
A black extension lead with two 13A socket outlets, 2 USB outlets and a 5A plug for the mains. The extension is only available when supplied with the Costway Abraar desk. The safety issue identified affects the extension lead only, and not the desk.
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Questions
Why has Extension Lead supplied with Costway Abraar Desk been recalled?
Extension Lead supplied with Costway Abraar Desk has been flagged because it could start a fire in the home. 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?
The notice describes the affected product rather than listing codes. Compare the product name, pack size and where you bought it with the official 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?
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought. If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
Where was Extension Lead supplied with Costway Abraar Desk sold?
The notice names The Range, B&Q, Amazon, eBay, Temu. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
