Product Safety Report: Vevor Power Inverter (2208-0011)

Product Safety Report for Vevor Power Inverter presenting a serious risk of fire/explosion and electric shock.

Summary

Product: Vevor Power Inverter

Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire and/or explosion as multiple internal components were only rated to 220V. This could potentially pose a hazard of fire and/or explosion if the components have not been tested to the appropriate voltage range and may overheat and catch fire.

Corrective action: Destruction of the product

Product information

Type Machinery – Power inverter
Brand Vevor
Barcode NCG2022030164918
Country of Origin China
Product description Black power inverter with “Vevor” brand printed on the front
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire and/or explosion as multiple internal components were only rated to 220V. This could potentially pose a hazard of fire and/or explosion if the components have not been tested to the appropriate voltage range and may overheat and catch fire. Improvements are required to documentation and markings.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Corrective action

Destruction of the product

Additional information

PSD case number: 2208-0011

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Updates to this page

Published 10 July 2023