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Some models of air fryer are among products being recalled

A model of air fryer is among several product recalls which have been issued by the Food Standards Agency (FSA).

Retailers including Amazon, eBay, Argos, and Marks and Spencer are among those affected by the recall, which has impacted a number of products.

Recalls are issued by the FSA when a product has a safety concern which could harm consumers, for example incorrect labelling or manufacturing defects, the Liverpool ECHO reports.

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Business work alongside the FSA, with the agency issuing alerts when a product is deemed to be unsafe.

Food businesses are then responsible for recalling any product which have been deemed a risk.

Several products have been the subject of recalls this week, including several models of air fryer.

These are the products which are impacted:

Tower Air Fryers

Tower Air Fryers have been recalled as they present a fire risk and may ignite during use due to overheating. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Only certain models are affected by the recall, and you can see if yours is impacted by checking the model on the appliance rating label.

The product has been recalled from end users.

Product details: Tower Air Fryers

Alert type: Product recall

Recall date: April 8, 2025

Models: T17023 Tower 2.2Ltr Manual Air Fryer, T17061BLK Tower 4Ltr Manual Air Fryer, T17067 Tower 4Ltr Digital Air Fryer and T17087 Tower 2Ltr Compact Manual Air Fryer

Product description: Four models of Tower air fryer in black.

Affected models manufactured between January 2022 and April 2023 and have been sold at retailers including Argos, B&M Bargains, DID, Poundland, Robert Dyas, Tesco, as well as the Tower Housewares website.

Tower states on their website: “The fault has been deemed low risk by Trading Standards, however the safety and well-being of our customers is our top priority, and we have made the decision to voluntarily recall these models as a precautionary measure.

“Cease use and check whether you own one of the affected Air Fryer models. You can check this by accessing the model number on the appliance rating label.”

Waxing and polishing machine

The product recalled is a waxing and polishing machine sold via Amazon. The product presents a serious risk of fire and electric shock as the transformer is of a poor build quality.

Product name: Machinery – Hand polisher

Product description: The blue orbital polisher is a 12V unbranded cordless product. It is supplied with 2 x 12V Lithium-Ion battery packs and plug in charger.

Product recall date: April 11, 2025

Risk level: Serious

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the transformer was of a poor build quality and did not meet the requirements for creepage and clearance. The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 or the Plugs and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.

The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon). People who are in possession of the product should stop using it immediately.

Plush Teddy Bear Baby Sleeping Bag

Plush Teddy Bear Baby Sleeping Bag sold via eBay. The product presents a serious risk of suffocation, as it has a hood which is not permitted in the relevant standard

Product type: Clothing, textiles and fashion items – Baby sleeping bag

eBay Item No: 115731939314

Listing name: Baby Hooded Swaddle, 2.5 TOG Sleeping Bag Newborn Plush Teddy Bear Wrap

Product description: A blue teddy bear hooded sleeping bag for babies, with a 25 TOG rating

If a baby is placed inside a hooded sleeping bag and left unattended, the baby’s natural movement may cause the hood to cover the head/face, presenting a suffocation hazard. The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.

Office for Product Safety and Standards urges customers to stop using the product immediately. You should contact the distributor you purchased from to request a refund.

Marks and Spencer PLC Children’s Fisherman’s Coats

Marks and Spencer PLC Children’s Fisherman’s Coats for 0-3 Months and 3-6 Months are being recalled. The product presents a risk of suffocation as it is intended for babies under 6 months and includes a hood.

Brand: Marks and Spencer

Models: Ditsy Print Fisherman Coat, Printed Fisherman Coat, Hooded Fisherman Jacket

Model codes: T78 4045Y, T78 2032Y, T78 4039Y

Sizes: 0-3 months, 3-6 months

Batch numbers: 6478681, 6480295, 8912657, 8912879, 28003922, 28003939

Product description: Water-resistant children’s jackets sold from 9th January 2025

The above products have been recalled from end users. Consumers in possession of the products should stop using them immediately and return them to their nearest Marks and Spencer store for a full refund.

Marks and Spencer states: “We have identified a potential safety issue with 3 baby coats, T78 4045Y, T78 2032Y, T78 4039Y in the specified sizes 0-3 months, 3-6 Months ONLY.

“As these don’t meet our strict specifications, we’ve taken the precaution of recalling the above specified sizes and request you return them to us immediately via Clothing & Home stores or Customer Services for a full refund.

Aldi Inspired Cuisine Baby Potatoes

The supermarket are urging customers to return the ‘Inspired Cuisine Baby Potatoes with Herbs and Butter’ to stores for a full refund.

The product contains milk which is not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.

Product name: Inspired Cuisine Baby Potatoes with Herbs and Butter

Pack size: 385g

Use by: April 12, 2025

The advice issued by the Food Standards Agency to customers is: “If you have bought the above product and have an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents, do not eat it.

“Instead, return it to the store it was bought from for a full refund. For more information please visit: help.aldi.co.uk/s or contact Aldi customer services on 0800 042 0800.”

Tony’s Chocolonely Easter eggs

Tony’s Chocolonely has initiated a recall for select batches of two Large Hollow Easter Eggs amid concerns they may contain metal fragments.

Product details: Tony’s Chocolonely Hollow Milk Caramel Sea Salt Egg

Pack size: 242g

Batch code: L0385D, L0415D, L3244D, L3254D, L3264D, L3274D, L3304D, L3384D, L3394D, L3404D, L3444D, L3454D, L3464D, L3474D

Best before: June 2025

Product details: Tony’s Chocolonely Hollow Milk Chocolate Egg

Pack size: 242g

Batch code: L0355D, L0345D, L0315D, L0305D, L3544D, L3534D, L3524D, L3514D, L3484D, L3374D, L3344D, L3334D, L3324D, L3314D, L3234D, L3204D, L3194D, L3184D

Best before: June 2025

Tony’s Chocolonely is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling these products. If you have bought any of the above products do not eat them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a refund or replacement.

The potentially compromised Tony’s Chocolonely Easter eggs are stocked by several major supermarkets, including Asda, Tesco, Morrisons, and Sainsbury’s.