Life Jacket recalled due to drowning risk from lack of compliance testing
A certain Life Jacket sold on Amazon has been recalled due to a risk of drowning. The product lacks the required compliance documentation and markings to show it has been adequately tested. This may increase the risk that it will not perform as expected in water.
- Product
- Life Jacket
- Batch codes
- 2022022207
- Sold on
- Amazon
- What to do
- If you purchased one of these products, please discontinue use immediately. You may wish to contact Amazon to see if there are any remedies available to you.
A specific Life Jacket sold on Amazon has been identified as presenting a safety risk due to the potential for drowning. The issue arises from the product not being supplied with the necessary compliance documentation or markings, which indicates it has not been adequately tested for safety. This lack of independent assessment raises concerns about the product's reliability in protecting users in water-related situations.
The affected Life Jacket has the batch number 2022022207 and the model number 150N. It was sold exclusively on Amazon, and there was approximately one unit affected in the Republic of Ireland. Consumers who purchased this product should be aware that it may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of harm.
If you have purchased this Life Jacket, it is important to stop using it immediately. You may want to reach out to Amazon through your user account to inquire about any possible remedies or returns related to this safety notice.
From the official notice
Notice details Publication date: 13 April 2023 A safety issue has been identified with a certain Life Jacket sold on Amazon. The affected products present a risk of drowning. The product was not supplied with the required compliance documentation or markings to demonstrate that it had been adequately tested. The absence of such independent assessment for such a product may increase the risk to the…
Read the full notice at Competition & Consumer Protection Commission →
Frequently asked questions
Is Life Jacket being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. A certain Life Jacket sold on Amazon has been recalled due to a risk of drowning. The product lacks the required compliance documentation and markings to show it has been adequately tested. This may increase the risk that it will not perform as expected in water.
Why is Life Jacket being recalled?
The recall relates to a drowning hazard. A certain Life Jacket sold on Amazon has been recalled due to a risk of drowning. The product lacks the required compliance documentation and markings to show it has been adequately tested. This may increase the risk that it will not perform as expected in water.
What should I do if I have this product?
If you purchased one of these products, please discontinue use immediately. You may wish to contact Amazon to see if there are any remedies available to you.
Which batches of Life Jacket are affected?
The affected batch codes are: 2022022207.
Where was Life Jacket sold?
It was sold via Amazon.
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