SMARTPHONE users in the UK have been urged to make a vital check, as thousands of products have been recalled due to fire and explosion fears.
Britons in possession of the affected devices have been warned to immediately stop using them, as they pose a serious danger.
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The government has urged Amazon to recall Dorland ‘Intrinsically Safe’ Electronic Equipment for use in Zone 1/Zone 2 explosive hazardous zones.
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has said the the products present a “serious risk of explosion and fire.”
The products do not feature any of the required safety markings that indicate they are safe for use in explosive environments.
The devices were sold via Amazon, but were dispatched from and sold by Dorland-Ex smartphones.
Affected products include smartphones, smart watches, and laptops.
The recall reads: “The products within scope of the corrective action have been identified as presenting a serious risk of explosion and fire.
“The products claim to be suitable for use in Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous areas.
“There is no evidence that an appropriate conformity assessment was carried out before the products were placed on the market in Great Britain.
“The products do not have any of the required markings, including the specific markings of explosion protection and the symbol of the equipment-group and category.
“The products within the scope of the corrective action do not meet the requirements of the Equipment and Protective Systems Intended for Use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2016.”
Anyone who owns one of the selected models should return it immediately, and should be able to get a full refund.
Products are commonly recalled when they pose a risk to customers’ health.
If you are worried about the safety of one of your products, check the government website, to see if a recall has been issued.
Full List Of Affected Devices
Smartphone – Dorland Extreme 5G Industrial ‘Intrinsically Safe’ Smartphone Android 11
Smartphone – Dorland Extra 5G ‘Intrinsically Safe’ Phone Rugged Smartphone Android 12
Smartphone – Dorland Extra 5G Plus Rugged Smartphone, Explosion-Proof Android 13
Smartphone – Dorland Aloha 5G Pro ‘Intrinsically Safe’ Phone, Rugged Phone
Smartphone – Dorland Extra 5G Pro ‘Intrinsically Safe’ Smartphone Android 12
Smartphone – Dorland EX08 Pro Outdoor ‘Intrinsically Safe’ Smartphone Android 14
Smartphone – Dorland Unicorn 10 Pro 4G ‘Intrinsically Safe’ Smartphone Android 13
Laptop – Dorland Laptop EX NB09S 4G Industrial ‘Intrinsically Safe’ EX Laptop
Smartwatch – Dorland Smartwatch Ex Smart 04 Plus 4G ‘Intrinsically Safe’ Watch, 2.86-inch touch screen, Android 7.1
Smartwatch – Dorland Smartwatch EX 02 Plus 4G ‘Intrinsically Safe’ Watch, 1.6-inch touch screen, Android 11
Smartwatch – Dorland Smartwatch EX 02 Plus 4G ‘Intrinsically Safe’ Watch, 1.6-inch touch screen, Android 11
Recent Product Recalls
This follows the news that TK Maxx issued an urgent recall of a product, with shoppers warned it could cause an allergic reaction.
The Byblos Blu Happy Hour Eau De Toilette was sold in the department store between January and March, 2025, and has now been removed from shelves.
The perfume contained a chemical which is not authorised for use in Europe, due to the risk of allergic reactions.
Elsewhere, a huge chocolate brand recalled two items from UK supermarkets over a “risk of small stones” in its bars.
Tony’s Chocolonely issued a warning to its customers, telling them not to eat the Dark Almond Sea Salt and Everything Bar.
Although the risk of small stones being present in the product is small, the brand wanted to “ensure the safety and satisfaction” of its customers
Sainsbury’s has also issued a voluntary product recall for two air fryer models from electronics brand Tower.
Customers are being urged to return the gadget for a full refund.
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