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Unisex Neoprene Super Light Buoyancy Vest recalled over a drowning risk
Product Recall for Unisex Neoprene Super Light Buoyancy Vest via Wish presenting a serious risk of drowning.
Stop using it in or near water.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
What to do now
The hazard with Unisex Neoprene Super Light Buoyancy Vest is drowning: it may not keep someone afloat or safe in water.
- Stop using it in or near water.
- Always stay within arm’s reach of a child in water.
- Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from the business.
- 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
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 (2310-0057). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Unisex Neoprene Super Light Buoyancy Vest via Wish presenting a serious risk of drowning.
The risk
The product has been assessed as presenting a serious risk of drowning. The product was advertised as a life jacket, but once purchased was identified as a buoyancy aid (which does not provide the same level of protection) and 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 (Wish).
Advice to consumers
OPSS has required that the products are recalled from end users.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Wish).
Additional information
PSD number: 2310-0057
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
A black vest style buoyancy aid with grey text near the left shoulder. It has neoprene fabric, a centre zipper closure and two black buckles to the front.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has Unisex Neoprene Super Light Buoyancy Vest been recalled?
The hazard with Unisex Neoprene Super Light Buoyancy Vest is drowning: it may not keep someone afloat or safe 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?
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 Unisex Neoprene Super Light Buoyancy Vest sold?
The notice names Wish. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
