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🧸 Product GB November 6, 2020

Waterproof WiFi Remote Control Conversion Plug

WiFi Smart Plug Wireless Remote Control Switch Outlet with 2 individual sockets. Compatible with Amazon Alexa. The product is also sold online, in particular via Amazon.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Waterproof WiFi Remote Control Conversion Plug
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Other types of alerts
Type
Burns, Electric shock, Fire
Category
Electrical appliances and equipment
Hazard
The product is not fitted with shutters giving access to live parts. Water could enter and a user or a child could insert an object into live parts and receive an electric shock. The current rating is incorrect, the product could overheat and ignite causing a fire. A person could suffer burns.
Origin
People's Republic of China

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • (to: Distributor) Recall of the product from end users
  • (to: Other) Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
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Archived (older alert)
This alert was reported 2138 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
120 days in total
May 17, 2026 September 14, 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? This is a plug that lets you control things by WiFi. It is made in China.

What's happening? The plug has two dangers. Water can get in and cause shocks. It can also overheat and start a fire.

Does this affect me? If you have this plug in Great Britain, you could be at risk.

What should I do? Stop using it now. Ask a pharmacist or doctor if you need help finding a safe plug.

🤖 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)
Agency-published detail

Risk level: Other types of alerts · Type: Burns, Electric shock, Fire · Category: Electrical appliances and equipment · Hazard: The product is not fitted with shutters giving access to live parts. Water could enter and a user or a child could insert an object into live parts and receive an electric shock. The current rating is incorrect, the product could overheat and ignite causing a fire. A person could suffer burns. · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
November 6, 2020
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10002200

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What is this product recall alert about?
Waterproof WiFi Remote Control Conversion Plug. Risk level: Other types of alerts · Type: Burns, Electric shock, Fire · Category: Electrical appliances and equipment · Hazard: The product is not fitted with shutters giving access to live parts. Water could enter and a user or a child could insert an object into live parts and...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on November 6, 2020 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to United Kingdom.
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 ec.europa.eu.

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