Product Recall: Multi-functional Portable Vehicle Power sold via eBay (2210-0005)

Product Recall for Multi-functional Portable Vehicle Power presenting a risk of fire and electric shock.

Summary

Product: Multi-functional Portable Vehicle Power

Hazard: The product presents a risk of electric shock and fire as the pins on the device do not comply with BS1363-1. When tested with the relevant gauge, it was found that the lengths of the live and neutral pins were too short.

Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users.

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment - Multi-functional Portable Vehicle Power
SKU G1122-CR5876UK
Model HN-538
Country of Origin China
Product Description Emergency power supply for powering car with USB sockets for charging other devices
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

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.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2210-0005

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Updates to this page

Published 4 May 2023