Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 07, 2026
📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Product: Remote control toy
Brand: ZF
Country: United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
Hazards: Chemical Risk, Fire Hazard, Non-Compliance
What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.
Case #SR/01641/26 |
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Recall Summary
| Product | Remote control toy |
| Brand | ZF |
| Country | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland |
| Case Number | SR/01641/26 |
| Hazard | Chemical Risk, Fire Hazard, Non-Compliance |
| Source | 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate |
Reclia – Recall Information Record
Case Number: SR/01641/26
Date of Entry: 20/03/2026
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1. Recall Summary
The product “Innovation Remote Control Centipede Toy” (brand: ZF) has been the subject of a recall notification in the EU Safety Gate system. The recall was initiated by authorities in the United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland. The measure ordered was the removal of this product listing by the online marketplace, effective from 20/03/2026. The product is classified as a serious risk due to non-compliance with the Toy Safety Directive.
2. Affected Products
– Product: Remote control toy
– Brand: ZF
– Name: Innovation Remote Control Centipede Toy
– Type/Model Number: 9901
– Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Country of Origin: People’s Republic of China
– Notifying Country: United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
– Description: Orange and black plastic centipede toy with red remote control and yellow charging lead.
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
3. Hazard Information
The following hazards are explicitly stated in the recall notice:
– Burns, Chemical: The battery compartment can be easily opened without the aid of a tool, leaving button batteries accessible. A child may put the batteries in the mouth, which could cause damage to the child’s gastrointestinal tract if swallowed.
– Non-Compliance: The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice specifies the following measure: Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace. Consumers who have purchased this product should refer to the official recall notice for further instructions. No specific consumer action (e.g., stop using, return to store) is detailed in the source data beyond the marketplace removal.
5. Official Remedy
The official remedy ordered by the notifying authority is the removal of the product listing by the online marketplace. No specific remedy for consumers (e.g., refund, replacement, repair) is stated in the recall notice.
6. Contact Information
– Recall Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099057
– Case Number: SR/01641/26
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Notifying Country Authority: United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland (specific agency contact not provided in the source data).
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Disclaimer: This record is compiled exclusively from the provided EU Safety Gate data. No independent testing, verification, or editorial analysis has been performed by Reclia. For the most current information, consumers should consult the official Safety Gate alert link above.
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 Remote control toy?
A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01641/26).
Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Remote control toy?
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 Remote control toy?
A: Contact the manufacturer or retailer using the information in the recall notice.
Q: What are the health risks from this chemical hazard?
A: The recall notice identifies specific chemicals of concern. Contact a healthcare provider if you have health concerns.
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Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official EU Safety Gate recall notices.
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Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
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