The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission published a number of recalls over the weekend affecting thousands of Irish customers.
From Costa Coffee to B&Q and Amazon, there are a number of products deemed unsafe for use that people can return over the coming days.
It is understood that around 5,000 consumers in Ireland are affected by these serious recalls, with products posing risks of choking, electric shocks and even fires.
If you find that you have been using one of the affected products, you can return it to the place of purchase and receive a full refund.
Here are all of the latest recalls to be aware of:
Costa Coffee
The CCPC has recalled the Costa Coffee Glass Heart Cup, which has been purchased by 215 Irish customers.
According to the warning published over the weekend, the product poses a choking risk due to the small glass heart that can be seen in the bottom of the mug.
Officials warn that the heart could detach and become a small part, which young children may place into their mouths and then choke.
Unfortunately, the batch number, type/model number and barcode are unknown, but the recall states that any batch of this mug can be returned.
What to do:
If you purchased one of these products, please discontinue use immediately, and return it to a Costa store where a full refund will be given. When returning your cup please also return any packaging and your receipt of purchase if they are still in your possession.
For further information on this recall, contact Costa Coffee at costa@mbccfoodsireland.com .
B&Q
B&Q Ireland Limited has recalled its B&Q branded Artemis and Alcudina Mirrored Bathroom Cabinets.
The reason for this recall is that the mirror doors may detach from the cabinet and fall - which could cause injuries which may include lacerations, cuts and amputation.
There are two model types affected:
- the first model is the Artemis white double door mirror cabinet, barcode 5052931138418
- the second model is the Alcudina white double door mirror cabinet, barcode 5052931707317
The product was available for purchase between 2012 and 2022:
- the Artemis model was on sale between October 2012 and January 2017
- the Alcudina model was on sale between August 2016 and December 2022
Officials have warned that there are approximately 1,469 affected products in total in the Republic of Ireland.
- 343 affected units of the Artemis cabinet
- 1,126 affected units of the Alcudina cabinet
What to do:
If you purchased one of these products, please stop using it immediately. Remove from the wall with care as per the B&Q product removal guide which can be found here and return to your local B&Q store for a full refund.
If customers have any further queries, contact the B&Q helpline on 1800 946 327 (Monday to Friday 8.30am–8pm, Saturday 9am–5pm and Sunday 10am–4pm).
Amazon
Fast charge plugs
A major safety issue has been identified with a fast charger being sold on Amazon, which affects thousands of customers in Ireland.
The AXIULOO 20W USB C Fast Charger Plug for iPhone 13/13 Mini/13 pro/13 pro max/ 12/12 mini/12 pro/12 pro max/ 11/ SE 2020 poses a risk of electric shock and fire.
This is due to the fact that the plug does not meet the dimensional requirements of the relevant standard, according to the CCPC.
The brand is AXIULOO and the unique Amazon Standard Identification Numbers (ASINs) are:
- B08HQBL2KK
- B0BS9Q542K
- B08HQH4Y39
- B0BPCGGPVZ
- B0BRKHMNQV
- B08NTJ7XHP
There were approximately 3,160 affected products sold in the Republic of Ireland - all of which were sold on the Amazon platform.
What to do:
If you purchased one of these products, discontinue use immediately. You may wish to contact Amazon to see if there are any remedies available to you. This can be done via your user account on the Amazon platform.
Massage pillow
A second Amazon product safety issue was identified with a Car & Home Massage Pillow, 8028, which has been sold on the online platform.
The affected products also present a risk of electric shock because the plug does not meet the dimensional requirements of the relevant standard.
The unique Amazon Standard Identification Number (ASIN) is B097R4XXQS and the Barcode/ SKU is X001M63X8P.
The Model is KAT24W01 and another product identifier is FBA15G6BN55JU000032.
There were approximately 86 affected products in the Republic of Ireland - all of which were sold on the Amazon platform.
What to do:
If you purchased one of these products, discontinue use immediately. You may wish to contact Amazon to see if there are any remedies available to you. This can be done via your user account on the Amazon platform
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