United KingdomA counterfeit Type C laptop charger sold via eBay (eBay ID 186468601056) described as a black USB‑C 65W charger (listing: “Type C Laptop Charger 65W - USB C for Apple, Lenovo, Samsung, Acer, NoteBook NEW”) is affected. It was removed after being found to present a serious fire risk because the transformer is poor quality and the plug lacks a ballast and is counterfeit; stop using it immediately and contact your place of purchase for further information.
What's being recalled
Product Safety Report for Counterfeit Type C Laptop Charger presenting a serious risk of fire.
Type: Electrical appliances and equipment – Chargers
eBay ID: 186468601056
eBay listing name: Type C Laptop Charger 65W - USB C for Apple, Lenovo, Samsung, Acer, NoteBook NEW
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: Black USB C charger
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2511-0130
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire as the transformer is of poor build quality and the plug does not contain a ballast. The plug is also considered counterfeit. The ballast is required to ensure the safe operation of the fuse under fault conditions, and its absence could lead to the plug overheating and/or exploding.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and the Plugs and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.
What to do
We recommend that you cease use of the product immediately and contact your place of purchase for further information.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
The official notice
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