Voltage meter Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 14, 2026

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database Entry

1. Recall Summary
The manufacturer of BENNING® MM 12 voltage meters has initiated a recall of the product from end users. The recall was notified by Germany under case number SR/01966/26 and became effective on 21 April 2026. The product is a Root Mean Square digital multimeter with logging function and Bluetooth® interface. The recall is based on a serious risk classification due to an electric shock hazard and non-compliance with the Radio Equipment Directive.

2. Affected Products
– Product: Voltage meter (digital multimeter)
– Brand: BENNING®
– Name: MM 12
– Type/Model Number: MM 12
– Batch Numbers: 38601273-137, 238601373-147, 238601473-157, 238601673-177, 248600446-545, 48600996-109, 548601096-119, 558600206-505
– Barcode: 4014651440883
– Country of Origin: Spain
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Category: Electrical appliances and equipment
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.

3. Hazard Information
The recall notice identifies the following hazard: Due to an error in the DC voltage automatic range selector, the multimeter display shows too low a voltage. The user may assume a low voltage and touch high-voltage parts, which could lead to an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Radio Equipment Directive. The risk type is listed as “Electric shock.”

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers who own a BENNING® MM 12 voltage meter with one of the specified batch numbers should follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer. The recall notice states that the measure taken is a recall of the product from end users. Consumers are advised to stop using the affected product immediately and to consult the manufacturer’s safety information page for further instructions. The official recall URL provided is: https://www.benning.de/service-de/sicherheitshinweise.html

5. Official Remedy
The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is the manufacturer. The category of measure is a recall of the product from end users. The date of entry into force of the measure is 21 April 2026. Specific details regarding refund, replacement, or repair are not specified in the recall notice. Consumers should refer to the manufacturer’s recall page for the exact remedy process.

6. Contact Information
– Manufacturer Recall Website: https://www.benning.de/service-de/sicherheitshinweise.html
– EU Safety Gate Alert Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099445
– Case Number: SR/01966/26
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Brand Contact: BENNING® (via the recall website above)
– Additional Contact Details: Not specified in the recall notice.

Note: This record is based solely on the EU Safety Gate data provided. Any information not explicitly stated in the source data is marked as “Not specified in the recall notice.” Consumers should verify their product’s batch number against the list provided and follow the manufacturer’s official instructions.

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