Product Safety Report: FOXSUR 7-Stage Smart Battery Charger sold via eBay (2307-0208)

Product details

Published28 December 2023

The hazard

Product Safety Report for FOXSUR 7-Stage Smart Battery Charger sold via eBay presenting a serious risk of electric shock.

Product description

Summary Product: FOXSUR 7-Stage Smart Battery Charger sold via eBay Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it failed the electric strength test. Corrective action: Destruction of the product. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay). Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Smart battery charger Model FBC122410E Barcode 921097182649 Country of Origin China Product description Black and yellow smart battery charger Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF Hazard The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it failed the electric strength test. The insulation broke down when the 3000 V test voltage was applied between the input and output circuits. If the insulation breaks down during normal use, the user may touch a metal part of the casing while the item is switched on and receive an electric shock. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. Corrective action Destruction of the product. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay). Additional information PSD case number: 2307-0208 Notified by: Local Authority Trading 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