TK Maxx pulls two products from shelves as customers warned of 'electric shock' risk - 'Stop using it immediately!'
TK Maxx issues two product recalls that customers should 'stop using immediately'
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Retail company TK Maxx has recalled two electrical appliances as they pose an electric shock risk to those who have bought them.
Both the Brookstone Beverage Warmer and Cortex Beauty Hair Curler have been pulled from shelves.
Brookstone Beverage Warmer sold by TK Maxx
TK Maxx said: "We are recalling the above product due to a safety issue. The product presents a high risk of electric shock due to inadequate insulation which could result in metal components becoming live.
"The product also presents a risk of fire and damage to property due to poor construction which could result in the base of the product melting.
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'The product presents a high risk of electric shock due to inadequate insulation which could result in metal components becoming live'
TK Maxx
"The product was on sale in TK Maxx and HomeSense stores and online between November and December 2023. The product code shown on the price sticker and the receipt will be 439913, 439930, 439943, 439949.
"If you purchased the product, please stop using it immediately and return to any TK Maxx or Homesense store for a full refund."
For further enquiries, TK Maxx customers can reach out to Customer Service on 01923 473561 / customerservice@tjxeurope.com (UK) or 01 2476126 / customerservice@tjxeurope.com (ROI).
GOV.UK reiterated why the product has been called, and explained that the product's risk level is "high".
It explained that the product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product information:
Type: Electrical appliances and equipment - Beverage warmer
Brand: Brookstone
Model: DX-8012 TJX
Product numbers: 439913, 439930, 439943 and 439949
Country of origin: China
Product description: Electrical heating plate for drinks and soups
Cortex Beauty Hair Curler sold by TK Maxx
TK Maxx also recalled Cortex Beauty Hair Curler. The retailer said: "We are recalling the above product due to a safety issue. The product does not meet safety standards and may cause electric shock due to poor internal build quality and inadequate insulation.
"The product was on sale in TK Maxx and HomeSense stores and online between September and November 2023. The product is marked with the model number AT08. One of the following product codes will be printed on the price ticket and on your receipt - 066297, 066314, 066358 or 066331.
"If you purchased the product, please stop using it immediately and return to any TK Maxx or Homesense store for a full refund."
For further enquiries, customers can get in touch with Customer Service at 01923 473561 / customerservice@tjxeurope.com (UK) or 01 2476126 / customerservice@tjxeurope.com (ROI).
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'The product does not meet safety standards and may cause electric shock due to poor internal build quality and inadequate insulation'
TK Maxx
GOV.UK reiterated why this product has been recalled, and explained that the product's risk level is "high".
It explained that the product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Product information:
Type: Electrical appliances and equipment - Hair curler
Brand: Cortex
Model: AT08
Product codes: 066297, 066314, 066358 and 066331
Sales period: September to November 2023
Country of origin: China
Product description: A pink and black heated curling wand with black mains plug
This product recall comes as Asda pulled £2 breakfast staple from shelves amid risk of hives and vomiting.