2024.03.20 Recall: Fast Charge Jump Starter 260 & 9000mAH Power Bank
20 March 2024
The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
Fast Charge Jump Starter 260 & 9000mAH Power Bank
Type
Electrical appliances and equipment - Car / Motorcycle Jump Starter
Brand
Ring Automotive
Country of origin
China
Product description
Black and blue power bank intended for use as a jump starter for motorcycles, cars, 4 x 4s and vans. A LED torch and a power bank for phones and tablets.
Model
RPPL260
Barcode
5055175250144
Batch
38/21
Hazard
The RPPL260 has been identified as potentially presenting a risk of fire. The product may not cut off power in standby mode. This proximity to a lithium-ion battery presents a risk of a thermal runaway.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users. This follows the recall issued in March 2023 for the Fast Charge Jump Starter 260 RPPL360 model.
Consumers should immediately stop using the RPPL260 jump starter. Store the product outside, protected from water and rain. For further information contact the retailer or Ring Customer Services 0113 213 7389 & [email protected] for the up-to-date advice for obtaining a refund and safely disposing of the unit.
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