Lighting chain Recall – EU Safety Gate

by

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 14, 2026

📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice

Product: Lighting chain

Brand: Lighting

Country: Hungary

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/01998/26 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Lighting chain
Brand Lighting
Country Hungary
Case Number SR/01998/26
Hazard Electric Shock Hazard, Non-Compliance
Source 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate

Here is the factual recall information record based on the provided EU Safety Gate data.

Recall Information Record
Database: Consumer Safety (EU Safety Gate)
Record ID: SR/01998/26
Date of Entry: Based on measure enforcement date of 16/05/2026

1. Recall Summary
A recall has been issued for a specific model of mains-powered lighting chain. The product poses a risk of electric shock due to inadequate construction. The cable lacks proper strain relief, and the accessible wires have insufficient insulation. This creates a condition where a user could touch live electrical parts. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive or the relevant European standard (EN 60598). The notifying country is Hungary. The product originates from the People’s Republic of China.

2. Affected Products
– Product Type: Lighting chain (Christmas lighting chain, curtain-like design).
– Brand: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Name: 50CM.
– Model/Type Number: 23, XL-50CM.
– Description: A mains-powered, series-connectable, curtain-like Christmas lighting chain with 8 plastic icicle-shaped tubes containing 288 LED lights. Technical data: 220-240V, 50Hz, 4.2W.
– 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: People’s Republic of China.
– Notifying Country: Hungary.

3. Hazard Information
– Risk Type: Electric shock.
– Danger Description: The cable is not properly anchored (missing cable strain relief) and the accessible wires have inadequate insulation. As a result, the user could touch accessible live parts and receive an electric shock.
– Non-Compliance: The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standards EN 60598.
– Risk Level: Serious risk (as classified by the notifying authority).

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers are warned of the risks associated with this product. The official measure requires that consumers be warned of the risks. The product has been recalled from end users. Consumers should stop using the product immediately and follow the instructions provided by the distributor regarding the recall.

5. Official Remedy
The following measures were ordered by the authorities and enforced by the distributor as of 16/05/2026:
– Withdrawal of the product from the market: The product is no longer available for sale.
– Recall of the product from end users: Consumers are entitled to return the product.
– Warning consumers of the risks: Official warnings have been issued.
– Type of Remedy: The specific remedy (e.g., refund, replacement) is not specified in the recall notice. Consumers should contact the distributor for details on how to proceed with the return.

6. Contact Information
– Case Number: SR/01998/26
– EU Safety Gate Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099473
– Notifying Country: Hungary
– Distributor: The economic operator to whom the measures were ordered is identified as the Distributor. Specific contact details for the distributor are not provided in the recall notice.
– Company Recall Code: 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 Lighting chain?

A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01998/26).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Lighting chain?

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 Lighting chain?

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

Related EU Recalls (Click to expand)

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.




Leave a Comment