United KingdomGVKRLXZ AC Adapter (brand GVKRLXZ, model A1706; identifiers FBA15LBN8B1YU000001, SKU QB0W01-65W Type C-FBA X001QDTXW9) sold via Amazon is a laptop-style charger with a wall plug. It was recalled because the fuse is incorrectly rated and may not prevent overheating, which could lead to fire, explosion or burns; the mains plug does not meet BS 1363 and the product lacks required markings and warnings. Imports of the product were rejected at the border and destroyed.
What's being recalled
Product Safety Report for GVKRLXZ AC Adapter presenting a serious risk of fire.
Type: Electrical appliances and equipment - Chargers
Brand: GVKRLXZ
Model: A1706
Other product identifiers: FBA15LBN8B1YU000001
SKU: QB0W01-65W Type C-FBA X001QDTXW9
Counterfeit: Unknown
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: An AC Adapter laptop-style charger with wall plug.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2603-0284
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire because the fuse is incorrectly rated and may not operate as intended to prevent overheating, which could lead to fire or explosion. In the event of a fault during use, consumers may also be at risk of burns. The mains plug also does not meet the requirements of BS 1363, and the product is missing the required markings and warnings.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Plugs & Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994 or the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
What to do
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
The official notice
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