Product Recall: Games Console Charger USG-002 sold via Etsy (2207-0312)
Product Recall for Games Console Charger presenting a serious risk of electric shock.
Summary
Product: Games Console Charger USG-002
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock and fire as creepage and clearance distances are insufficient, which can cause accessible metal parts to become live.
Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Etsy).
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Console Charger |
|---|---|
| Model Number | USG-002 |
| Listing Name | Nintendo Gameboy Advance SP Wall Charger AC Power Adapter Cable Gba Console Accessories |
| Etsy ID | 1054467868 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | 100-240VAC AC adapter for games console, supplied in padded envelope. |
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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).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2207-0312
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards