John Lewis, Amazon and Argos recall toys over safety fears
| Published date | 03 May 2023 |
| Publication title | Liverpool Echo: Web Edition Articles (England) |
When the OPSS issues a recall, it shares details on what you should do if you have bought the item, what is happening with the item, as well as detailed information on why the product is being pulled from shelves.
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Take a look below of the products being recalled and why.
My First Bear Rattle sold by John Lewis 2304-0010
Type: Toys -wooden baby rattle
Brand: John Lewis and Partners
Hazard: The product has been recalled due to a choking hazard being caused by small parts releasing. This means that if a child were to place one of the small parts in their mouth, they could potentially choke.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys Safety Regulations 2011 Consumer Protection Act 1987.
Sales period: November 20, 2020 to February 7, 2023
Product code: 32020113
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Product Description: A bear shaped wooden baby rattle
Corrective action: Recall of the product from end users. For further information, please see the John Lewis recall site here.
Online Home Shop Electric Heated Blankets 2302-0034
Type: Electrical appliances and equipment – electric heated blankets
Brand: Online home shop
SKU: OBEBPOLCL13 and OBEBPOLWH02
Batch codes located on the care label: PO1712, PO1479, PO1478, PO1205
Sales Period: September 2022 to January 2023
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: A charcoal 130 x 160 centimetres electric heated blanket and a white double sized electric heated blanket.
Hazard: The products have been recalled as they present a serious risk of fire and may not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment Safety Regulations 2016 and the Plugs & Sockets Safety Regulations 1994. This means there is a risk that the product could catch fire and it may also pose a risk of electric shock. Customers who have purchased either of the affected products are advised to unplug the product and stop using it immediately.
Corrective action: Recall of the product from end users. A recall notice has been sent to all direct customers and retailers. For further information, please see the Online Home Shop recall site here.
Black, Red and Grey Electric Scooter with Charger 2211-0009
Type: Machinery – E Scooter with charger
Brand: Guangdong, China
Barcode: 8858778202
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