Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 10, 2026
📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Product: Novelty lighter
Brand: Novelty
Country: Germany
Hazards: Fire Hazard, Non-Compliance
What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.
Case #SR/01976/26 |
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Recall Summary
| Product | Novelty lighter |
| Brand | Novelty |
| Country | Germany |
| Case Number | SR/01976/26 |
| Hazard | Fire Hazard, Non-Compliance |
| Source | 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate |
Reclia Recall Information Record
Case Number: SR/01976/26
Date of Entry: 30/04/2026
Notifying Country: Germany
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1. Recall Summary
This recall involves a novelty lighter shaped like a playing card. The product was identified through a safety alert published by the EU Safety Gate system. The notifying country is Germany. The product originates from the United Kingdom. The recall action was initiated by the online marketplace that listed the product, resulting in the removal of the product listing.
2. Affected Products
– Product Type: Novelty lighter
– Product Name: poker card / Pokerkarte
– Description: Refillable novelty lighter in the shape of a playing card.
– Brand: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Model / Type 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: United Kingdom
3. Hazard Information
The product poses a risk of burns and fire. According to the recall notice, the specific danger is that due to its shape and colour, the lighter is appealing to children. Children could play with it and suffer burns or cause a fire. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation nor with the European standard EN 13869.
4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice specifies that the measure taken is the removal of this product listing by the online marketplace. Consumers who have purchased this product should follow the instructions provided by the online marketplace or the seller regarding the return or disposal of the product. The recall notice does not provide specific instructions for consumers beyond the removal of the online listing.
5. Official Remedy
The official remedy, as stated in the recall notice, is the removal of this product listing by the online marketplace. The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is listed as “Other.” The category of measure is “Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace.” No information regarding a refund, replacement, or repair is provided in the recall notice.
6. Contact Information
– Notifying Country: Germany
– EU Safety Gate Case Number: SR/01976/26
– EU Safety Gate Alert Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099523
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Recall URL: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Product Image: Available at https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11014364
Note: This record is based solely on the information provided in the EU Safety Gate alert. Any details not explicitly stated in that source are noted as “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 Novelty lighter?
A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01976/26).
Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Novelty lighter?
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 Novelty lighter?
A: Contact the manufacturer or retailer using the information in the recall notice.
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Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official EU Safety Gate recall notices.
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or independent investigations.
Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
for complete details and official instructions.