EU Safety Gate Alert
Recall Summary A black plastic battery-operated LED flashlight with a micro-USB charging cable is being recalled in Hungary because its battery management system doesn't monitor cell temperature, which can cause the battery to overheat and burn users. The product doesn't meet EU safety standards for low voltage devices and rechargeable batteries. The recall applies to distributors in Hungary as of March 18, 2026.
- Product
- Black plastic battery operated LED flashlight with micro-USB connector. The built-in push button allows to choose from 3 different lighting modes. Some LEDs indicate the charge level. The product comes with a charging cable. Defect: Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Distributor Category of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market Date of entry into force: 18/03/2026
- Reason
- The battery management system lacks a cell temperature monitoring device. The product can therefore overheat and cause burns to the user. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 62133.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- consumer product recall
- Country
- European Union
- Agency
- SAFETY-GATE
- Recall date
- 2026-05-08
- Status
- Ongoing
- Areas affected
- HU
- Distribution
- Hungary
Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/986d514d-adce-4761-8ba3-73e1567fa575