In-wall socket

What is the danger

The product's side protective contact does not withstand mechanical strain, the connectors of the plug have insufficient spring effect, the insulation between the primary and secondary circuits is insufficient and the screw on the socket cover is easily removable, and the plastic of the socket cover of the product may melt. Furthermore, due to the insufficient contact pressure, contact resistances occur and the product may overheat. A user may touch live parts and receive an electric shock, and the product may start a fire.

Requirements breached

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive, nor with the European standard EN 62368-1.

Measures taken

1. Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures Compulsory measuresTaken by: ManufacturerIn force from: 20 January 2023
2. Recall of the product from end users Compulsory measuresTaken by: ManufacturerIn force from: 20 January 2023
3. Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace Voluntary measuresTaken by: OtherIn force from: 2 August 2022

Product

Description

In wall USB socket with 2 USB flush-mounted ports, apparently with a capacity of 5 V and 2 A. Product sold online.

Packaging

Bubble-wrap.

Batch

AA0&-05-03LD004046