Product recallOPSS
Wireless Microphone HIFI Speaker recalled over a fire risk
Product Recall for Wireless Microphone HIFI Speaker sold via Temu presenting a serious risk of fire and explosion.
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
5 identifiers listed for this notice.
Wireless Microphone HIFI Speaker
- BarcodeThe long number printed under the barcode.
- 34496941728
- 5209266534
- 3375453119
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- WS - 858
- BX21
What to do now
The risk with Wireless Microphone HIFI Speaker is fire: a fault could cause it to overheat, melt or ignite.
- Unplug it and do not charge it again.
- Store it away from anything that burns until you can return or dispose of it. Batteries should go to a battery recycling point, not the household bin.
- Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from the business.
- If someone has been hurt or the product has failed, report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service.
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 (2404-0005). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Wireless Microphone HIFI Speaker sold via Temu presenting a serious risk of fire and explosion.
The risk
The product presents a serious risk of fire and explosion. The product contained a 18650 lithium cell which had exploded. The cell should have vented safely, releasing the pressure from the cell in a controlled manner.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 or the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Temu).
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Temu).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2404-0005
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
A light pink toy microphone/speaker with multiple control buttons. Packed in a white cube shaped cardboard box.
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Questions
Why has Wireless Microphone HIFI Speaker been recalled?
The risk with Wireless Microphone HIFI Speaker 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?
Unplug it and do not charge it again. Store it away from anything that burns until you can return or dispose of it. Batteries should go to a battery recycling point, not 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 Wireless Microphone HIFI Speaker sold?
The notice names Temu. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
