LED headlamp Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 07, 2026

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

Recall Information Record: Velamp LED Headlamp
Database Reference: Reclia
Case Number: SR/01933/26
Date of Entry: Based on source data.

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1. Recall Summary

A recall has been issued for a specific LED headlamp product sold under the brand Velamp. The recall was initiated by the distributor in Sweden following the detection of non-compliance with European Union environmental regulations. The product poses a risk to the environment due to the presence of hazardous substances in its soldering materials. The official measure taken is the withdrawal of the product from the market.

2. Affected Products

– Product: LED headlamp
– Brand: Velamp
– Type/Model Number: Basics
– Batch Number: 240232
– Barcode: 8003910006065
– Description: A silvery and black headlamp.
– Country of Origin: People’s Republic of China
– Notifying Country: Sweden
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.

3. Hazard Information

The product has been identified as posing an environmental risk. Laboratory analysis of the product’s solders revealed excessive concentrations of restricted hazardous substances:
– Lead: Measured values up to 85% by weight.
– Cadmium: Measured values up to 0.5% by weight.

Lead poses a risk to the environment. Cadmium bio-accumulates and poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).

4. Consumer Action Required

The recall notice specifies that the product is subject to a withdrawal from the market. Consumers who have purchased this specific Velamp Basics LED headlamp (Batch 240232) should stop using the product immediately. The notice does not provide specific instructions for consumers to return the product directly to a retailer. Consumers should refer to the official recall notice or contact the distributor for further guidance on how to proceed.

5. Official Remedy

The official measure taken by the distributor is the withdrawal of the product from the market. The date of entry into force for this measure is listed as “Unknown” in the recall notice. The notice does not specify a remedy for consumers who have already purchased the product, such as a refund, replacement, or repair. The primary action is to remove the product from further sale and distribution.

6. Contact Information

– Recall Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099449
– Case Number: SR/01933/26
– Notifying Country: Sweden
– Economic Operator: Distributor (specific name not provided in the source data).
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Contact Details: Not specified in the recall notice. Consumers are advised to consult the official Safety Gate alert for potential updates or contact the distributor in Sweden.

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