Folding socket Recall – EU Safety Gate

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 21, 2026

📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice

Product: Folding socket

Brand: VridUttag

Country: Sweden

Hazards: Electric Shock Hazard, Non-Compliance

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

🇪🇺 Official EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Case #SR/01606/26 |
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Recall Summary

Product Folding socket
Brand VridUttag
Country Sweden
Case Number SR/01606/26
Hazard Electric Shock Hazard, Non-Compliance
Source 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database

1. Recall Summary
The European Commission’s Safety Gate system has published a recall notification concerning a folding socket product. The recall was initiated by the importer in Sweden and is identified under case number SR/01606/26. The measure involves the withdrawal of the product from the market, effective from 18 February 2026. The product is classified as presenting a serious risk.

2. Affected Products
– Product: Folding socket (described as a foldable socket with three socket outlets)
– Brand: VridUttag
– Category: Electrical appliances and equipment
– Type/Model Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Country of Origin: Unknown (not specified in the recall notice).
– Notifying Country: Sweden
– Case Number: SR/01606/26

3. Hazard Information
The recall notice identifies the risk type as “Electric shock.” The specific danger described is that it is possible to insert only one pin of a plug into the foldable socket. In this condition, the user can touch the other pin and live parts of the product, which may result in receiving an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 60083.

4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice does not provide specific instructions directed at consumers regarding what they should do with the product. The official measure taken is the withdrawal of the product from the market by the economic operator (importer). Consumers who have purchased this product are advised to stop using it immediately and to contact the retailer or importer for further guidance. The recall notice does not include a URL for a dedicated recall page or a company recall code.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy, as stated in the recall notice, is the withdrawal of the product from the market. The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is the Importer. The category of measure is “Withdrawal of the product from the market.” The date of entry into force for this measure is 18 February 2026. The recall notice does not specify whether a refund, replacement, or other remedy is offered to consumers.

6. Contact Information
– Notifying Country: Sweden
– Case Number: SR/01606/26
– Safety Gate Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099099
– Importer: Not specified in the recall notice (the importer is the economic operator taking the measure, but no name or contact details are provided).
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Additional Contact: Not specified in the recall notice.

Recall Timeline

  • **Current** – Recall announced via EU Safety Gate
  • **Ongoing** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available from manufacturer

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled Folding socket?

A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01606/26).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Folding socket?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product immediately and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled Folding socket?

A: Contact the manufacturer or retailer using the information in the recall notice.

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Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
or independent investigations.

Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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