CONSUMERS

Product: Leather gloves

Brand: Roeckl

Risk: The amount of chromium (VI) in the leather is too high (measured value 80 mg/kg).
Chromium (VI) is sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Product: Passenger van / Light commercial vehicle

Brand: Mercedes-Benz

Risk: Possible defect in the automatic transmission may block the changing of gears.
As a result, the vehicle may roll away or inadvertently accelerate, increasing the risk of an accident.

Product: Passenger car

Brand: Alpina

Risk: The connector of the positive battery cable on the front power distribution box could be damaged.
This may result in a failure of the vehicle’s electrical system and engine while driving, potentially leading to an accident.

Product: Passenger car

Brand: Dodge

Risk: The brake pedal may separate from the pedal assembly.
This could result in brake failure, increasing the risk of an accident.

Product: Baby all-over wash

Brand: Urtekram

Risk: The product contains aerobic mesophilic microorganisms (measured value: 31000 cfu/g)
If used on damaged skin, or if it comes into contact with the eyes, the product may cause infection or irritation.

The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation ...

Product: Self-balancing scooter (Hoverboard)

Brand: TECNOLUX

Risk: The charging circuit of the product has no cut-off switch.
The battery can consequently overcharge and overheat which may lead to a fire or burns.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive and the relevant European ...

Product: Scooter

Brand: Peugeot

Risk: The engine rod welds on the right-hand side are defective and could break.
This could impair the driving stability of the scooter, increasing the risk of an accident.

Product: Self-balancing scooter (Hoverboard)

Brand: INMOTION

Risk: The charging circuit of the product has no cut-off switch.
The battery can consequently overcharge and overheat which may lead to a fire or burns.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive and the relevant European standards ...

Product: Wooden toy rattle

Brand: LIEWOOD

Risk: The wooden rattle can be separated and release small parts (the balls).
A small child could put the small parts in the mouth and choke.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the ...

Product: Passenger car

Brand: VW

Risk: In the event of a repair, due to an ambiguous indication in the replacement parts catalogue, the adhesive joint between the sunroof cover and the sliding roof may be fitted incorrectly.
As a result, the sunroof cover could detach in motion and ...

Product: Passenger car

Brand: Jeep

Risk: The bolts on the passenger seat may not have been tightened to the required torque.
As a result, the passenger seat could detach, increasing the risk of an injury.

Product: Portable air conditioner

Brand: SENCOR

Risk: Under certain technical conditions, the internal wiring of the product may be damaged during the operation of the product.
As a consequence, fire may occur during the functioning.

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive ...

Product: Passenger car

Brand: Porsche

Risk: There is a possibility of a short circuit in the air conditioning control system.
This is leading to an increased risk of the vehicle catching fire.

Product: Leather gloves

Brand: Roeckl

Risk: The amount of chromium (VI) in the leather is too high (measured value: 24 mg/kg).
Chromium (VI) is sensitising and may trigger allergic reactions.

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Product: Passenger car

Brand: Fiat

Risk: Defective software may result in the automated transmission shifting down unintentionally.
This may cause the rear wheels to lock, increasing the risk of an accident.

Product: Passenger car

Brand: Nissan

Risk: The gas generator on the passenger side airbags may be defective.
Metal fragments can be released when the airbag is activated, causing injuries to the occupants.

Product: Passenger car

Brand: Dacia

Risk: Due to the lack of a warning label, the third row of seats could be used while the second row is folded down.
As a result, in certain driving situations, the second row could fold back and injure passengers sitting behind.

Product: Necklace

Brand: Leslii

Risk: The edging of the stones contains an excessive amount of cadmium (measured value: 950 mg/kg).
Cadmium is harmful to human health, because it accumulates in the body and can damage organs and it may cause cancer.

The product does not comply ...

Product: Protective vest for horse-riding

Brand: Spark

Risk: The vest does not properly protect the user in the event of a fall.

The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation.

Product: Children’s shoes

Brand: Staro Paris

Risk: The metal rivets of the product release an excessive amount of nickel (measured value: 1.5 μg/cm²/week).
Nickel is a strong sensitiser and can cause allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin.

The ...

Product: Baby doll

Brand: E-classy

Risk: The plastic material of the head and the arms of the doll contain an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 9.9% and 9.7% by weight respectively).
These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive ...

Product: Passenger car

Brand: Skoda

Risk: The rear single seat may be insufficiently fixed.
As a result, the seat could detach, increasing the risk of an injury.

Product: Passenger car

Brand: Dodge

Risk: The rear drive shaft is defective and could break.
This may result in loss of drive power and vehicle parts falling onto the road, increasing the risk of accidents.

Product: Passenger van / Light commercial vehicle

Brand: Fiat

Risk: Due to an error in the production process, the fuel tank may rupture and leak.
As a consequence, fuel may spill onto the road and create a hazard for the following traffic.

Product: Passenger car

Brand: Audi

Risk: The wheelhouse trims may not have been adequately attached to the vehicle.
As a result, the wheelhouse trims could detach in motion, posing risk for the following traffic.