Thousands of fast-charging plugs sold in Ireland have been recalled due to fears over electric shocks.
Nearly 40,000 of Homelines' Ultrapower Fast-Charging Plug have been bought across the country.
The affected products were manufactured from 2018 to 2022.
According to the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission there is a serious risk of electric shock arising from poor isolation between the Mains Input & USB Output.
The brand is Ultrapower. The type/number of models is JL-U561.
Photo: The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission
The CCPC is warning anyone who has bought one of these plugs to stop using it immediately and return it for a full refund.
"Customers should stop using the product and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
"For further information please contact Homeline on 01 4568221 or [email protected]."
