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HFS Specialties Bayonet Fitting to E27 Adapter recalled over an electric shock risk
Product recall for Bayonet Fitting to E27 Adapter presenting a serious risk of electric shock and electrocution.
What to do now
The hazard with HFS Specialties Bayonet Fitting to E27 Adapter is electric shock: it does not meet the safety requirements that keep live parts away from fingers.
- Unplug it now and put it away where nobody will plug it back in.
- Do not open it up or try to repair it yourself.
- Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from HFS Specialities.
- If someone has been hurt or the product has failed, report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service.
Why it matters. Mains electricity in the UK is 230 volts, enough to cause serious injury or death. Cheap chargers, adaptors and appliances sold online are among the products most often found with this fault.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- burns where the current entered or left the body
- tingling, numbness or muscle pain
Get help urgently
- anyone who has had a mains shock and is confused, has chest pain, an irregular heartbeat or burns — call 999. Do not touch them until the power is off
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 (2106-0103). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product recall for Bayonet Fitting to E27 Adapter presenting a serious risk of electric shock and electrocution.
The risk
The product poses a serious risk of electric shock as the design of this product allows for the possible access to live parts. When tested the lamp cap was accessible using the standard test gauge and it became live. Additionally, the product was not compliant with the marking requirement of the relevant standard.
This product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Action taken
Recall of the product from end users.
Advice to consumers
Recall of the product from end users.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2106-0103
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
Bayonet Fitting to E27 Bulb Adapter
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has HFS Specialties Bayonet Fitting to E27 Adapter been recalled?
The hazard with HFS Specialties Bayonet Fitting to E27 Adapter is electric shock: it does not meet the safety requirements that keep live parts away from fingers. Mains electricity in the UK is 230 volts, enough to cause serious injury or death. Cheap chargers, adaptors and appliances sold online are among the products most often found with this fault.
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?
Unplug it now and put it away where nobody will plug it back in. Do not open it up or try to repair it yourself.
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.
