MoCI recalls IKEA 40W USB charger model

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), in cooperation with Hamad & Mohamed Al-Futtaim - Co, IKEA WLL, Qatar’s IKEA dealership, has announced the recall of IKEA ÅSKSTORM 40W USB charger dark grey article number 60461197.

The power cable may get damaged or broken, after being wrapped around a charger or bent back and forth after a longer period of use. The damaged cable may lead to thermal burns and electric shock.

The ministry said the recall campaign comes within the framework of its ongoing efforts to protect consumers and ensure that dealers follow up on defects and withdrawals. The ministry said that it will coordinate with the dealer to follow up on the recall campaign and will communicate with customers to ensure that the necessary actions are carried out.

The ministry urges all customers to report any violations to its Consumer Protection and Anti-Commercial Fraud Department, which processes complaints, inquires and suggestions through the following channels:Call Center: 16001; Email: [email protected]; social media accounts: Twitter @MOCIQATAR, Instagram MOCIQATAR; mobile application: MOCI_QATAR.