Wax dissolving lamp recalled due to fire and electric shock risk
The Wax Dissolving Lamp sold on Amazon is recalled due to a risk of fire and electric shock from a counterfeit fuse and access to live parts. Approximately 89 products are affected in the Republic of Ireland.
- Product
- Wax Dissolving Lamp
- Batch codes
- B0BYDFW8QN, B0CBBJHVGY, FBA15HDB6NT8U000003, X001QU52VN, X001TC6Y3X
- Sold on
- Amazon
- What to do
- If you purchased one of these products, please stop use immediately. You may wish to contact Amazon to see if there are any remedies available to you.
A recall has been issued for the Wax Dissolving Lamp sold on Amazon due to safety concerns. The product is at risk of causing fire and electric shock because it contains a counterfeit fuse that may not function properly. Additionally, there is access to live electrical components, which increases the risk of electric shock for users.
Approximately 89 units of this lamp are affected in the Republic of Ireland. The specific ASIN numbers for the recalled products are B0BYDFW8QN and B0CBBJHVGY, with additional identifiers including FBA15HDB6NT8U000003 and barcodes X001QU52VN and X001TC6Y3X. The brand and model of the lamp are not specified.
Consumers who have purchased this product are advised to stop using it immediately. It is recommended to contact Amazon through your user account to inquire about possible remedies or returns related to this recall.
From the official notice
Notice details Publication date: 28 March 2024 A safety issue has been identified with Wax Dissolving Lamp sold on Amazon. The product presents a risk of fire and electric shock as it is fitted with a counterfeit fuse which may not protect the product from potentially catching fire and injuring the user. There is access to live parts which presents an electric shock hazard to the user. The ASIN nu…
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Frequently asked questions
Is Wax Dissolving Lamp being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. The Wax Dissolving Lamp sold on Amazon is recalled due to a risk of fire and electric shock from a counterfeit fuse and access to live parts. Approximately 89 products are affected in the Republic of Ireland.
Why is Wax Dissolving Lamp being recalled?
The recall relates to a fire / burn hazard. The Wax Dissolving Lamp sold on Amazon is recalled due to a risk of fire and electric shock from a counterfeit fuse and access to live parts. Approximately 89 products are affected in the Republic of Ireland.
What should I do if I have this product?
If you purchased one of these products, please stop use immediately. You may wish to contact Amazon to see if there are any remedies available to you.
Which batches of Wax Dissolving Lamp are affected?
The affected batch codes are: B0BYDFW8QN, B0CBBJHVGY, FBA15HDB6NT8U000003, X001QU52VN, X001TC6Y3X.
Where was Wax Dissolving Lamp sold?
It was sold via Amazon.
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