2023.08.23 Recall: Games Console Charger (sold via Etsy)
23 August 2023
The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
Games Console Charger USG-002 sold via Etsy
Type
Electrical appliances and equipment - Console Charger
Country of origin
China
Product description
100-240 VAC AC adapter for games console, supplied in padded envelope.
Model number
USG-002
Listing name
Nintendo Gameboy Advance SP Wall Charger AC Power Adapter Cable Gba Console Accessories
Etsy ID
1054467868
Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as creepage and clearance distances are insufficient, and the product fails the electrical strength test, which can cause accessible metal parts to become live. The product also required improvement to marking, labelling and documentation.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
OPSS are requiring the recall of the product from end users.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Etsy).
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