Product recallOPSS
Outdoor Adult Adjustable Life vest with whistle recalled over a drowning risk
Product Recall for Outdoor Adult Adjustable Life vest with whistle sold via AliExpress presenting a serious risk of drowning.
Stop using it in or near water.
What to do now
Outdoor Adult Adjustable Life vest with whistle could fail in water.
- Stop using it in or near water.
- Always stay within arm’s reach of a child in water.
- Contact the business 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. Drowning is fast and silent. Bath seats, inflatables and swim aids can give a false sense of security.
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 (2402-0070). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Outdoor Adult Adjustable Life vest with whistle sold via AliExpress presenting a serious risk of drowning.
The risk
The product has been assessed as presenting a serious risk of drowning as it does not meet the level of buoyancy claimed by the manufacturer.
The product was not supplied with the required compliance documentation or markings to demonstrate that they have been adequately conformity assessed. Mandatory third-party conformity assessment by a body authorised for PPE is required by the relevant Regulations for those products which protect against more serious risks, the absence of such independent assessment for such a product may increase the risk to the consumer that the product may not perform as expected when relied upon as a buoyancy aid.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment or the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018.
Action taken
Recall of the product from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (AliExpress).
Advice to consumers
OPSS has required that the products are recalled from end users.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (AliExpress).
Additional information
PSD number: 2402-0070
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product description
A bright orange and black vest style life jacket with centre zipper and three black buckles. Reflective ovals on each shoulder.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has Outdoor Adult Adjustable Life vest with whistle been recalled?
Outdoor Adult Adjustable Life vest with whistle could fail in water. Drowning is fast and silent. Bath seats, inflatables and swim aids can give a false sense of security.
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 it in or near water. Always stay within arm’s reach of a child in water.
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 Outdoor Adult Adjustable Life vest with whistle sold?
The notice names AliExpress. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
