Is DRF — LUCI DI NATALE 480 LED 8MX70M recalled? — Product safety alert in Hungary (Mar 2020)

DRF — LUCI DI NATALE 480 LED 8MX70M

Curtain-shaped lighting chain with 480 non-replaceable white LED lamps. The product includes a socket outlet that allows the connection of another lighting chain.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source

Risk level: Serious risk
Type: Burns, Electric shock, Fire
Category: Lighting chains
Hazard: The cable is not properly anchored and is too thin. The accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The structure of the cord extension socket allows single-pole insertion of plugs. The product is not protected against moisture but is recommended for outdoor use. The cable could overheat, leading to burns or fore. The water could penetrate the product or the user could touch accessible live parts, which may cause an electric shock.
Origin: People's Republic of China

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

▸ (to: Importer) Import rejected at border

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Archived (older alert)

This alert was reported 2375 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.

📈 Timeline

119 days in total

May 17, 2026 September 13, 2026

Daily snapshot data starts accumulating once the scheduler runs — for now this is interpolated from the agency's first/last dates.

What is this? These are outdoor Christmas light chains with 480 LED bulbs. They plug into a wall socket.

What's happening? The wires inside the chain are too thin and not anchored well. The plugs can be inserted the wrong way. Water can get in, and the chain may overheat.

Does this affect me? If you own these lights in Hungary, they could cause burns, electric shocks, or a fire.

What should I do? Stop using them right away. Ask a shop or a repair person for safe lights. Talk to a professional before using any outdoor lights.

🤖 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.

🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)

Brand(s) / product name(s)

DRF

Agency-published detail

Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Burns, Electric shock, Fire · Category: Lighting chains · Hazard: The cable is not properly anchored and is too thin. The accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The structure of the cord extension socket allows single-pole insertion of plugs. The product is not protected against moisture but is recommended for outdoor use. The cable could overheat, leading to burns or fore. The water could penetrate the product or the user could touch accessible live parts, which may cause an electric shock. · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published

March 13, 2020

Last refreshed by us

3 months ago

Severity (as classified)

High

Official source

https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10000820

All information on this page comes from the official agency notice. We translate and summarise it; we don't add or edit facts.

❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this product recall alert about?

DRF — LUCI DI NATALE 480 LED 8MX70M. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Burns, Electric shock, Fire · Category: Lighting chains · Hazard: The cable is not properly anchored and is too thin. The accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The structure of the cord extension socket allows single-pole insertion of plugs...

▸ When was this alert issued?

This alert was issued on March 13, 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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