Menu

Product Recall: Games Console Charger USG-002 sold via Etsy (2207-0312)

Product details

Published14 August 2023

The hazard

Product Recall for Games Console Charger presenting a serious risk of electric shock.

Product description

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. Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF 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

What should you do?

Check the brand, model and batch number or barcode against your product. If it matches, stop using it, unplug it and follow the measures above, or contact the seller or manufacturer. Keep the product and your receipt until you know whether you can get a refund, repair or replacement.

Official notice ↗ · Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS)

More recalls in this category

Recalls by year