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🧸 Product FR May 1, 2026

outdoor string lights chaîne d'éclairage

l'enceinte du produit n'est pas suffisamment durable et peut être facilement ouverte, laissant entrer de l'eau. le produit n'est pas suffisamment étanche. cela pourrait provoquer un court-circuit et un incendie.

Outdoor string lights are electrical appliances. The product’s casing is not durable enough and can be easily opened, allowing water to enter. The product is not waterproof enough, which could cause a short circuit and a fire.
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This alert was reported 88 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
70 days in total
May 19, 2026 July 28, 2026
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What is this? These are outdoor string lights. They plug in and give light outside.

What's happening? Some of these lights have weak cases. Water can get in easily. This can cause a fire.

Does this affect me? If you own these lights in France, they may be unsafe.

What should I do? Stop using them now. Ask a pharmacist or doctor if you need help choosing safe 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.

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Agency-published detail

Type: appareils électriques, outils · Category: appareils électriques, électroménager · Hazard: incendie · l'enceinte du produit n'est pas suffisamment durable et peut être facilement ouverte, laissant entrer de l'eau. le produit n'est pas suffisamment étanche. cela pourrait provoquer un court-circuit et un incendie.

First published
May 1, 2026
Last refreshed by us
2 months ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/fiche-rappel/49770/rapex

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What is this product recall alert about?
outdoor string lights chaîne d'éclairage. Outdoor string lights are electrical appliances. The product’s casing is not durable enough and can be easily opened, allowing water to enter. The product is not waterproof enough, which could cause a short circuit and a fire.
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 1, 2026 by Rappel Conso (DGCCRF, France).
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to France.
How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
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 rappel.conso.gouv.fr.

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