OPSS Issues Safety Warning for 2 Gang USB Socket

The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) have issued a product safety report for 2-Gang Universal Wall Socket presenting a serious risk of electric shock and fire. A 2-gang socket is also known as a double socket.

Date: 17/08/2026
Risk Level: Serious.
Risk: Risk of electric shock and fire.
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards.

Description of Risk: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it is not sufficiently earthed. In the event of a fault, accessible metal parts could become live and shock the user.

It also presents a risk of fire because it has inadequate internal construction, including wires soldered directly to live and neutral connections. Over time, this may lead to the product overheating and catching fire.

The plug face also does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363, which means plugs may not make a secure connection with the socket. Improvements are also required to product documentation and labelling.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.

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For further details on this product recall see the OPSS Product Safety Report.