Product Safety Information Notice on Tower Power Strips UK Plug Extension Leads on the AliExpress Platform
Tower Power Strips UK Plug Extension Leads sold on AliExpress are recalled due to a risk of electric shock, as live parts are accessible to consumers. This can occur when plugging in or unplugging a device. The model number is JW501.
- Brand
- Tower
- Product
- Power Strips UK Plug Extension Leads
- Sold on
- AliExpress
- What to do
- If you purchased one of these products, please discontinue use immediately and discard the product. You may wish to contact AliExpress to see if there are any remedies available to you.
- Publication date:15 June 2023
A safety issue has been identified with Tower Power Strips UK Plug Extension Leads on the AliExpress platform.
The product presents a risk of electric shock. Live parts are accessible to consumers. Consumers can touch a live part when plugging in, or unplugging, a plug from the socket and receive an electric shock.
The model number is JW501. The AliExpress item number is 1005004063943023. The brand, batch number and barcode are unknown.
The product was sold online through the AliExpress platform.
Given the online availability of this product, it may have been sold to customers in the Republic of Ireland.
What to do:
If you purchased one of these products, please discontinue use immediately and discard the product. You may wish to contact AliExpress to see if there are any remedies available to you. This can be done via your user account on AliExpress.
View all product safety noticesFrequently asked questions
Is Power Strips UK Plug Extension Leads being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. Tower Power Strips UK Plug Extension Leads sold on AliExpress are recalled due to a risk of electric shock, as live parts are accessible to consumers. This can occur when plugging in or unplugging a device. The model number is JW501.
Why is Power Strips UK Plug Extension Leads being recalled?
The recall relates to a electric shock hazard. Tower Power Strips UK Plug Extension Leads sold on AliExpress are recalled due to a risk of electric shock, as live parts are accessible to consumers. This can occur when plugging in or unplugging a device. The model number is JW501.
What should I do if I have this product?
If you purchased one of these products, please discontinue use immediately and discard the product. You may wish to contact AliExpress to see if there are any remedies available to you.
Where was Power Strips UK Plug Extension Leads sold?
It was sold via AliExpress.
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