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🧸 Product HU April 24, 2020

4 lyukú európai szabvány dugó

White extension lead with four socket outlets and a switch.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
4 lyukú európai szabvány dugó
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Burns, Electric shock, Fire
Category
Electrical appliances and equipment
Hazard
The dimensions of the mains’ wires are too small and the cables could overheat during use leading to a fire and to burns to the user. The electrical insulation of the flexible extension cord of the mains extension lead is insufficient. The user could consequently touch live parts and receive an electric shock.
Origin
People's Republic of China

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • (to: Distributor) Withdrawal of the product from market
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Archived (older alert)
This alert was reported 2227 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
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13 days in total
May 17, 2026 May 30, 2026
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What is this? A four-hole European plug made in China. Its wires are too thin and its cord’s insulation is weak.

What's happening? The thin wires can overheat and start a fire. The weak insulation can let you touch live parts and get shocked.

Does this affect me? If you own or use this plug in Hungary, you could be at risk of burns, shock, or fire.

What should I do? Stop using it right away and ask a shop or electrician for a safe replacement.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Agency-published detail

Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Burns, Electric shock, Fire · Category: Electrical appliances and equipment · Hazard: The dimensions of the mains’ wires are too small and the cables could overheat during use leading to a fire and to burns to the user. The electrical insulation of the flexible extension cord of the mains extension lead is insufficient. The user could consequently touch live parts and receive an electric shock. · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
April 24, 2020
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10001121

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What is this product recall alert about?
4 lyukú európai szabvány dugó. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Burns, Electric shock, Fire · Category: Electrical appliances and equipment · Hazard: The dimensions of the mains’ wires are too small and the cables could overheat during use leading to a fire and to burns to the user. The electrical insulation o...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on April 24, 2020 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Hungary.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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