Voltage meter Recall – EU Safety Gate

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 10, 2026

📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice

Product: Voltage meter

Brand: BENNING®

Country: Germany

Hazards: Chemical Risk, 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/01966/26 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Voltage meter
Brand BENNING®
Country Germany
Case Number SR/01966/26
Hazard Chemical Risk, Electric Shock Hazard, Non-Compliance
Source 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate

Recall Information Record – EU Safety Gate Database

1. Recall Summary
The manufacturer of BENNING® MM 12 voltage meters has initiated a recall of specific units due to a safety defect identified in the product’s DC voltage automatic range selector. The recall was notified by Germany under case number SR/01966/26. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Radio Equipment Directive. The measure was taken by the manufacturer and entered into force on 21 April 2026.

2. Affected Products
– Product: Voltage meter (Root Mean Square digital multimeter with logging function and Bluetooth® interface)
– Brand: BENNING®
– Name: MM 12
– Type/Model Number: MM 12
– Batch Numbers: 38601273-137, 238601373-147, 238601473-157, 238601673-177, 248600446-545, 48600996-109, 548601096-119, 558600206-505
– Barcode: 4014651440883
– Country of Origin: Spain
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Category: Electrical appliances and equipment
– Risk Level: Serious risk
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.

3. Hazard Information
The recall notice identifies the following hazard: Due to an error in the DC voltage automatic range selector, the multimeter display shows too low a voltage. This inaccuracy may cause the user to assume a low voltage is present and subsequently touch high-voltage parts, which could lead to an electric shock. The risk type is classified as electric shock. The product also does not comply with the requirements of the Radio Equipment Directive.

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers who own a BENNING® MM 12 voltage meter with one of the listed batch numbers should take the following action as specified in the recall notice: The manufacturer has initiated a recall of the product from end users. Consumers are advised to stop using the affected product immediately. For specific instructions, consumers should refer to the manufacturer’s safety information page. The official URL for the recall notice is: https://www.benning.de/service-de/sicherheitshinweise.html

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy, as stated in the recall notice, is a recall of the product from end users. The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is the manufacturer. The specific remedy details (e.g., refund, replacement, or repair) are not specified in the recall notice beyond the recall action itself. Consumers should consult the manufacturer’s safety information page for the exact remedy process.

6. Contact Information
– Manufacturer: BENNING®
– Recall Notice URL: https://www.benning.de/service-de/sicherheitshinweise.html
– EU Safety Gate Alert Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099445
– Case Number: SR/01966/26
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Additional Contact Details: 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 Voltage meter?

A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01966/26).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Voltage meter?

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 Voltage meter?

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.
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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