Product Safety Report: POWAROBOR Lithium-Ion Battery Charger sold via Amazon (2505-0053)

Product details

Published21 May 2025

The hazard

Product Safety Report for POWAROBOR Battery Chargers presenting a serious fire risk.

Product description

Summary Product: POWAROBOR Lithium-Ion Battery Charger sold via Amazon Hazard: This product presents a serious risk of fire because the mains supply cord has excessive resistance. Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Battery charger Brand POWAROBOR Model DCB112 Amazon product identifiers X00257IR3B, FBA15JY454HGU000023 Country of Origin China Product Description A lithium-ion battery charger pack with black mains supply cord and plug. Product Report and Image Link to product image and pdf Hazard The product presents a serious risk of fire because the mains supply cord has excessive resistance. If the product is placed on charge, it could overheat over time and catch fire, potentially causing injuries and property damage. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. Corrective action The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. Additional information PSD notification number: 2505-0053 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)

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