Product Safety Report: X-Go E-Bike Lithium-Ion Battery (Bullet) (2407-0018)
Product Safety Report for X-Go E-Bike Lithium-Ion Battery presenting a high risk of fire.
Summary
Product: X-Go E-Bike Lithium-Ion Battery (Bullet)
Hazard: The product presents a high risk of fire as the internal componentry of the battery is poorly connected.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Product information
| Type | Lithium-Ion Battery for E-Bike |
|---|---|
| Brand | X-GO |
| Model | OY361OSH |
| Other Product Identifiers | GB24030549-10 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A ‘bullet’ shaped e-bike battery with wall charger power supply. |
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Hazard
The product presents a high risk of fire as the internal componentry of the battery was poorly connected, with wires trapped and solder joints directly on wires with removed sheathing. Under fault conditions, this could cause the product to enter into thermal runaway, causing a fire. Improvements are also required to marking and labelling.
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2407-0018
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards