United KingdomA USB Charger Station sold via Amazon (model WLX-A5+, SKU UK-100W 20 Port Blue; identifiers X0028JW953, FBA15KHJT3V4U000002) — a USB charging station with a wall plug — is affected. It was recalled because the plug is not adequately earthed and lacks a fuse, presenting a serious risk of fire and failing Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and Plugs and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994. The import was rejected at the border and destroyed, and the online marketplace listing has been removed.
What's being recalled
Product Safety Report for USB Charger Station presenting a serious risk of fire.
Type: Electrical appliances and equipment - Chargers
Model: WLX-A5+
SKU: UK-100W 20 Port Blue
Additional Identifiers: X0028JW953, FBA15KHJT3V4U000002
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: A USB charging station with wall plug.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2509-0318
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire as the plug supplied is not adequately earthed. During an electrical surge or product fault, the lack of fuse may result in the appliance overheating and catching fire. Improvements are also required to product marking and labelling.
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
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
The official notice
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