Product Recall: Extension Lead supplied with Costway Abraar Desk (2411-0185)
Product Recall for Extension Lead supplied with Costway Abraar Desk presenting a risk of fire.
Summary
Product: Extension Lead supplied with Costway Abraar Desk
Hazard: The product presents a risk of fire as it is supplied with an incorrect plug type.
Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Extension Lead |
|---|---|
| Brand | Costway |
| Country of Origin | China |
| 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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Hazard
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.
Corrective action
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