2023.05.19 Recall: Multi-functional Portable Vehicle Power (sold via eBay)
19 May 2023
The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
Multi-functional Portable Vehicle Power sold via eBay
Type
Electrical appliances and equipment
Country of origin
China
Product description
Emergency power supply for powering car with USB sockets for charging other devices
SKU
G1122-CR5876UK
Model
HN-538
Hazard
The product presents a risk of electric shock and fire as this appliance is a socket mounted device intended for direct mounting onto a BS 1363 socket. The pins on this device were not compatible with that socket, therefore there is a risk of overheating from the inadequate plug pins. The instructions were inadequate as they did not contain sufficient information to ensure the correct and safe use of the equipment, which may present a risk of electric shock to users.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
Recall of the product from end users by Super Smart Services. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).The product was also destroyed at the border.
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