BQ Recalls Saturnia Electric Blanket for Fire, Shock Risks

UK retailers have issued an urgent recall for the GoodHome Saturnia Electric Blanket sold by BQ, citing risks of fire and electric shock due to potential overheating of its electrical components. The beige-colored blanket, manufactured in China and bearing barcode 5059340980560, was available in stores and online from November 2024 through December 2025.

The Office for Product Safety and Standards determined that the blanket fails to comply with the Electrical Equipment Safety Regulations 2016. Its heating element can overheat, igniting the blanket itself or adjacent furniture. Additionally, the controller may melt during overheating, exposing live electrical parts that could deliver a shock to users upon contact. BQ, part of Kingfisher International Products Limited, has notified all affected customers and withdrawn the product from sale.

Owners are instructed to immediately stop using the blanket, unplug it from the power supply, and return it to the nearest BQ store for a full refund. For further details, customers can visit the dedicated recall page on the BQ website or call customer services at 0300 303 4482. No incidents of injury or property damage have been reported in...