Extension lead Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | June 30, 2026

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database

1. Recall Summary
The notifying country of Germany has issued a recall for a specific model of extension lead sold under the brand JINHUAI. The product was found to present risks of electric shock and fire due to non-compliance with the Low Voltage Directive and the European standard EN 60320-1. The recall was initiated following a notification to the EU Safety Gate system (case number SR/01688/26). The product is a multi-socket extension lead with eight sockets, three USB-A ports, one USB-C port, and a switch. The country of origin is the People’s Republic of China.

2. Affected Products
– Product: Extension lead (Power Socket)
– Brand: JINHUAI
– Model/Type Number: F20U/QL1098U
– Category: Electrical appliances and equipment
– Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Country of Origin: People’s Republic of China

3. Hazard Information
The recall notice identifies the following hazards associated with the product:
– Electric Shock Hazard: The product does not provide adequate earthing protection. Consequently, the user can access live parts and receive an electric shock.
– Fire Hazard: The cross-sectional area of the cable is insufficient, and the wires soldering can easily deteriorate. As a result, the wires of the product could overheat and catch fire.
– Non-Compliance: The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 60320-1.
– Risk Type: Electric shock, Fire
– Level: Serious risk

4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice specifies the following actions:
– Recall of the product from end users: Consumers are advised to stop using the product immediately and follow the instructions provided by the economic operator.
– Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace: The product listing has been removed from the online marketplace where it was sold.
– Date of entry into force for both measures: 02/02/2026

Consumers should check if they own a JINHUAI Power Socket model F20U/QL1098U. If they do, they should discontinue use and contact the seller or manufacturer for further instructions regarding the return or disposal of the product. No specific contact information for the manufacturer or importer is provided in the recall notice.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy, as stated in the recall notice, is the recall of the product from end users. This means the economic operator (the company responsible for placing the product on the market) is required to retrieve the product from consumers. The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is listed as “Other.” The specific remedy offered to consumers (e.g., full refund, replacement, or repair) is not specified in the recall notice. Consumers should contact the point of purchase or the responsible economic operator to determine the exact remedy available.

6. Contact Information
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Case Number: SR/01688/26
– EU Safety Gate Alert Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099033
– Manufacturer/Importer Contact: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Consumer Support: Not specified in the recall notice. Consumers are advised to contact the seller or the economic operator responsible for the recall for further information.

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