United KingdomThe THISS (SZYDZS) Technology Co Ltd charger (model MTC2003, barcode 8830210010043) is a charger for Makita‑style lithium‑ion batteries sold via eBay (item 376062550930). It was removed by eBay after being found to present a serious risk of electric shock and fire because of an inadequate transformer, poor soldering, a plug face not meeting BS 1363 dimensions, a counterfeit/poorly earthed fuse, and missing markings/documentation. Owners should stop using it immediately and contact the distributor they purchased from to request redress.
What's being recalled
Product Safety Report for THISS (SZYDZS) Technology Co Ltd Charger presenting a serious risk of electric shock and fire.
Type: Electrical appliances and equipment - Chargers
Brand: THISS (SZYDZS) Technology Co Ltd
Model: MTC2003
Barcode: 8830210010043
Input: 100-240V 50-60Hz 70W
Output: 14.4-18V DC 3A
eBay item number: 376062550930
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: Charger for Makita-style Lithium-ion batteries.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2511-0070
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the transformer is of inadequate build quality, and the soldering is poor quality. The plug face also does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363, and the fuse is considered counterfeit and inadequately earthed. This means that under fault conditions, the fuse may fail to prevent electric shock, fire and/or explosion. The product was also missing the required markings and documentation.
This product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and the Plugs & Sockets etc (Safety) Regulations 1994.
What to do
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
The official notice
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