SECURITY Signal 142
EU-wide repair rules give consumers the right to request product repairs
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New EU rules now in force oblige manufacturers to repair technically repairable products on consumer request, with free or reasonable pricing and spare parts access.
Engineers designing household electronics must now plan for repairability, including spare parts availability and repair information. The rules apply to products like washing machines, vacuum cleaners, mobile phones, and tablets, so design decisions affect compliance. Repair businesses may see new opportunities as national platforms connect consumers to services.
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Manufacturers of certain household and electronic products now have a repair obligation under EU law.
Consumers can request repairs for technically repairable products, with repairs done for free or at a reasonable price within a reasonable timeframe.
Manufacturers must provide accessible repair information and spare parts at reasonable prices, and national repair platforms like Ireland's RepairMyStuff.ie will be developed.
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