Projector Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 14, 2026

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database Entry

1. Recall Summary
The notifying country of Germany has issued a recall for the MEBUS brand “Galaxie- und Sternenhimmelprojektor ‘Astronaut’” (a starry sky projector). The recall was initiated by the manufacturer. The case number is SR/01520/26. The product was sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASIN: B0DHVHFJWK). The recall notice states that the laser beam is too powerful and not properly labelled, and that direct viewing of the laser beam could cause damage to sight. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 50689.

2. Affected Products
– Product: Projector (starry sky / galaxy projector)
– Brand: MEBUS
– Name: Galaxie- und Sternenhimmelprojektor “Astronaut”
– Type / Model Number: BT-TY25
– Batch Number: 3324
– Barcode: 4017805482616
– Description: White table lamp projector in the shape of an astronaut, with a grey stand. The product projects images of stars onto the ceiling and the walls. Product contents: starry sky projector, USB cable, stand, remote control, instructions.
– Country of Origin: People’s Republic of China
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Risk Level: Serious risk (as classified by the notifying authority)
– Category: Laser pointers
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.

3. Hazard Information
The hazard identified in the recall notice is “Damage to sight.” The specific danger stated is: “The laser beam is too powerful and not properly labelled. Direct viewing of the laser beam could cause damage to sight.” The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 50689.

4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice specifies the following measures taken by the manufacturer:
– Recall of the product from end users – effective as of 15/04/2026.
– Withdrawal of the product from the market – effective as of 15/04/2026.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it immediately and follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer or the retailer (Amazon) regarding the return or disposal of the product. The recall notice does not provide a specific consumer hotline or website for individual action beyond the general recall and withdrawal measures.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy, as stated in the recall notice, is:
– Recall of the product from end users (manufacturer-initiated)
– Withdrawal of the product from the market (manufacturer-initiated)

The recall notice does not specify whether the remedy is a refund, replacement, or repair. The type of economic operator taking the notified measures is the Manufacturer. The date of entry into force for both measures is 15/04/2026.

6. Contact Information
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Case Number: SR/01520/26
– Reference / Alert Link: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098950
– Manufacturer: Not specified in the recall notice (only that the manufacturer took the measures).
– Retailer: The product was sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASIN: B0DHVHFJWK). No specific contact details for Amazon or the manufacturer are provided in the recall notice.
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.

Additional Notes:
– The recall notice includes nine images of the product, accessible via the Safety Gate alert link.
– The product is classified under the category “Laser pointers” and is a consumer product.
– No production dates or company recall code are provided in the source data.

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