A POPULAR bedroom lamp sold on Amazon has been urgently recalled over fears it could spark a dangerous house fire.
The Murcher Bedside Table Lamp, sold under models WDF-YW-02 and WDF-FX01, poses a high fire risk due to a critical design fault, according to a new safety alert.
The issue lies in the lack of proper cord anchorage inside the lamp.
Over time, the power cord can shift and place dangerous strain on the lamp’s internal connections.
This can cause wires to detach, short-circuit, and overheat — which could easily trigger a fire in your home.
The lamps, imported from , were being sold via with product identifiers like FBA15JYHB6P9U000046, X001XNT8TZ, FBA15JYHB6P9U000016, and X001SKTXON.
They feature a patterned design and come complete with a plug and bulb, making them a tempting buy for many looking to spruce up their bedside tables.
However, the for Product Safety and Standards has confirmed that the lamps do not meet the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Because of this, all imports have been blocked at the border and destroyed to prevent them from entering the country.
The urgent recall comes on the heels of several recent product safety scares, as more cheap electrical goods sold through online marketplaces fail basic safety standards.
Last month, a USB electric toothbrush charger was pulled from Amazon over serious fuse issues that could lead to fire, and a popular air fryer sold in major was recalled after reports of it catching fire.
safety groups are warning buyers to be extra cautious when purchasing electrical goods online, especially from lesser-known brands or international sellers.
are urged to check recall lists and product safety notices regularly.
If you recently bought a Murcher bedside lamp, you should stop using it immediately.
Experts recommend checking your Amazon order history, looking for the affected model numbers, and contacting the seller or Amazon customer service for further instructions or a refund.
Online marketplaces like Amazon have faced criticism in recent years for allowing unsafe electrical products to slip through their platforms.
Campaigners are now calling for tighter controls and better product checks before listings go live.
This latest recall serves as another reminder that when it comes to electrical goods, cheap doesn’t always mean safe.
Always look for products that meet UK safety standards and be wary of unfamiliar brands making bold promises online.
