Recalled from consumers
Voluntary measure
Notified by United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
Published 6 Mar 2026
SR/00722/26
Southern Arbor electric hot water bottle recalled over fire risk
EU authorities recalled this product (Southern Arbor electric hot water bottle) after it was found to pose a fire risk. Here is how to tell if you have it, and what to do next.
How to identify it
- Product
- Grey electric rechargeable hot water bottle. Product sold online, in particular via TikTok.
- Brand
- Southern Arbor
- Barcode
- Not listed in the notice
- Batch / lot
- 54513127285
- Made in
- People's Republic of China
- Category
- Electrical appliances
Why it's dangerous
Fire
The product presents a serious risk of fire because there is a lack of thermal protection, which could lead to overheating. Additionally, in case there is no water in it when it is plugged in and charging, it may ignite, leading to a risk of fire.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive
What the authorities did
Measure
Recall of the product from end users
Type
Voluntary
Notified by
United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
Source
EU Safety Gate notification
SR/00722/26
View official notice ↗
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