Product Recall Warnings in Germany
Product Recall Warnings for Germany (Western Europe) come from Deutscher Wetterdienst (DWD), Federal Office of Civil Protection and Disaster Assistance (BBK). This page explains what these warnings mean, which authority publishes them, and how to check the current status for Berlin.
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At a glance
- countryGermany · Europe
- reference cityBerlin (52.52, 13.41)
- emergencyPrimary emergency number112
- risk profilestorm, flood, heat, cold, wildfire, air
What counts as a product recall warnings
Product recalls are issued when a consumer product presents a safety risk: a choking hazard, a battery fire, an electric shock, a chemical or a mechanical failure. Recalls are published by market surveillance authorities and by manufacturers, and they list the exact model, batch or serial range so a product can be checked against them.
Who issues product recall warnings in Germany
- meteoDeutscher Wetterdienst (DWD)
- civilFederal Office of Civil Protection and Disaster Assistance (BBK)
Warning levels, colours and terminology are set nationally. Always read the warning text of the issuing authority: it names the affected districts, the expected time window and the recommended action.
If a warning is active in Germany
- Check the model, batch and serial number against the official recall notice.
- Stop using the product and follow the stated remedy - repair, replacement or refund.
- Report incidents to the national market surveillance authority.
Where the data comes from
Waarning reads public, key-free sources for Germany: openFDA, EU Safety Gate (RAPEX), CPSC, national market surveillance authorities. Measurements and official warnings are shown separately, and official warnings always keep the name of the authority that issued them.
Frequently asked questions
Who issues product recall warnings in Germany?
Deutscher Wetterdienst (DWD), Federal Office of Civil Protection and Disaster Assistance (BBK). Waarning does not issue warnings; it aggregates the public feeds of these bodies and links back to the original source.
What is the emergency number in Germany?
The primary emergency number is 112. Use it for a life-threatening situation; for non-urgent reports use the local police station number.
Does Waarning show live product recall warnings for Germany?
Yes. The dashboard loads the current values for Berlin from openFDA, EU Safety Gate (RAPEX), CPSC, national market surveillance authorities. You can open it with one click and the location is already set.
More warnings for Germany
- Severe Weather Warnings
- Flood Warnings
- Heat Warnings
- Cold and Snow Warnings
- Wildfire Warnings
- Air Quality Warnings
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Generated 2026-10-18. Waarning is not an official warning service; in an emergency follow local authorities and emergency services.