Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 03, 2026
📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Product: Remote control toy
Brand: ZF
Country: United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
Hazards: Chemical Risk, Fire Hazard, Non-Compliance
What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.
Case #SR/01641/26 |
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Recall Summary
| Product | Remote control toy |
| Brand | ZF |
| Country | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland |
| Case Number | SR/01641/26 |
| Hazard | Chemical Risk, Fire Hazard, Non-Compliance |
| Source | 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate |
Reclia – Recall Information Record
Case Number: SR/01641/26
Date of Entry into Force of Measure: 20/03/2026
Notifying Country: United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
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1. Recall Summary
The product “Innovation Remote Control Centipede Toy” (brand: ZF) has been the subject of a recall notification submitted to the EU Safety Gate system. The recall was initiated due to non-compliance with the Toy Safety Directive. The specific risk identified involves the battery compartment, which can be opened without the aid of a tool. This design flaw leaves button batteries accessible to children. The recall notice states that a child may put the batteries in the mouth, which could cause damage to the child’s gastrointestinal tract if swallowed. The measure ordered was the removal of this product listing by the online marketplace.
2. Affected Products
– Product Name: Innovation Remote Control Centipede Toy
– Brand: ZF
– Type/Model Number: 9901
– Category: Toys
– Description: Orange and black plastic centipede toy with red remote control and yellow charging lead.
– Country of Origin: People’s Republic of China
– Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
3. Hazard Information
The recall notice identifies the following hazards associated with this product:
– Chemical Risk: The product presents a chemical risk due to the accessibility of button batteries. If a child places the batteries in the mouth and swallows them, the recall notice states this could cause damage to the child’s gastrointestinal tract.
– Non-Compliance: The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
– Risk Type (as classified in the source data): Burns, Chemical.
– Risk Level (as classified in the source data): Serious risk.
4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice does not specify direct instructions for consumers regarding the return or disposal of the product. The official measure ordered was directed at the economic operator (the seller). Consumers who have purchased this product should be aware that the product does not meet safety requirements and that the online marketplace listing has been removed. For specific guidance on what to do with the product, consumers are advised to contact the seller or the manufacturer directly, or to refer to any subsequent communications from the retailer.
5. Official Remedy
The official measure ordered by the notifying country (United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland) is:
– Type of Measure: Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace.
– Category of Measure: Other.
– Type of Economic Operator to Whom the Measure Was Ordered: Other.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy for individual consumers, such as a refund, replacement, or repair. The primary action taken was to prevent further sales of the product via the online marketplace.
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/10099057
– Case Number: SR/01641/26
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Manufacturer/Brand Contact: Not specified in the recall notice.
Disclaimer: This record is compiled exclusively from the provided EU Safety Gate data. Reclia has not performed independent testing or analysis. For the most current information, consumers should consult the official Safety Gate alert or contact the relevant national authority in their country.
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 Remote control toy?
A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01641/26).
Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Remote control toy?
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 Remote control toy?
A: Contact the manufacturer or retailer using the information in the recall notice.
Q: What are the health risks from this chemical hazard?
A: The recall notice identifies specific chemicals of concern. Contact a healthcare provider if you have health concerns.
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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.