Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 24, 2026
📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Product: Electric scooter
Brand: WILZ
Country: United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
Hazards: Fire Hazard, Electric Shock Hazard, Non-Compliance
What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.
Case #SR/02078/26 |
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Recall Summary
| Product | Electric scooter |
| Brand | WILZ |
| Country | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland |
| Case Number | SR/02078/26 |
| Hazard | Fire Hazard, Electric Shock Hazard, Non-Compliance |
| Source | 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate |
Recall Information Record – Reclia Database Entry
1. Recall Summary
This recall information record is based on EU Safety Gate alert SR/02078/26, notified by the United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland. The product is an electric scooter marketed under the brand WILZ. The recall was initiated due to non-compliance with the Machinery Directive and identified hazards related to fire and electric shock. The measure ordered was import rejection at the border. The date of entry into force of the measure is not specified in the recall notice.
2. Affected Products
– Product: Electric scooter
– Brand: WILZ
– Model/Type Number: 48V20Ah
– Product Description: Electric scooter with wall plug and charger.
– 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
– Case Number: SR/02078/26
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
3. Hazard Information
The following hazards are explicitly stated in the source data:
– Fire Hazard: The supplied plug does not have capacity for a fuse, which is required for safe operation under fault conditions. This could cause the plug to overheat, posing a risk of fire.
– Electric Shock Hazard: Not explicitly stated as a separate risk type in the source data, but the danger description notes that the plug lacking a fuse could cause overheating under fault conditions, which is associated with electrical safety. The product also does not comply with the Machinery Directive.
– Non-Compliance: The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive. Improvements are also required to product documentation and marking.
– Risk Type as Classified: Fire
– Risk Level: Serious risk
4. Consumer Action Required
The source data does not provide specific instructions for consumers regarding what they should do with the product. The measure ordered was “Import rejected at border,” which indicates that the product was prevented from entering the market at the border. No recall notice URL or consumer-facing instructions are provided in the source data. Consumers who have purchased this product should refer to the notifying authority or the importer for further guidance. No specific consumer action is detailed in the recall notice.
5. Official Remedy
The official measure ordered is:
– Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Importer
– Category of measure(s): Import rejected at border
– Date of entry into force: Unknown (not specified in the recall notice)
No remedy such as refund, replacement, or repair is specified in the source data. The measure was applied at the border, meaning the product was not allowed to enter the supply chain in the notifying country. No information is provided regarding remedies for consumers who may have already purchased the product.
6. Contact Information
– Notifying Country: United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
– EU Safety Gate Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099600
– Case Number: SR/02078/26
– Importer: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Manufacturer: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Consumer Contact: Not specified in the recall notice.
No additional contact details, such as phone numbers, email addresses, or physical addresses for the importer or manufacturer, are provided in the source data. Consumers seeking further information should contact the relevant national authority in the United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland.
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 Electric scooter?
A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/02078/26).
Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Electric scooter?
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 Electric scooter?
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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Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
for complete details and official instructions.