IKEA ASKSTORM 40W USB charger (dark grey) — electric shock risk

Photos from the official notice: UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (GOV.UK) · image rights
Hazard
The product presents a risk of electric shock as the power cable may get damaged by being bent back and forth over a long period of use, or broken after being wrapped around the charger. The damaged cable may lead to thermal burns and electric shock. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Remedy
Recall of the product from end users. For more information, please see the IKEA recall notice at: https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/customer-service/product-support/recalls/askstorm-40w-usb-charger-dark-grey-pub562c4a60 .
Product recall
Measures taken
- Recall of product from end users
Product description
Mains powered USB charging hub in dark grey
Matching notices: same barcode or model
Other official notices (EU, U.S. or UK) with the same barcode, or the same brand and model number. Check the details: a match is a strong hint, not proof that it is the same product.
- IKEA Recalls USB Chargers Due to Burn and Electric Shock HazardsU.S. CPSCsame brand & modelFeb 22, 2024· IKEA· Electrical appliances and equipment
What should I do?
If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.
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