United KingdomXahpower Escooter Charger (black 42V charger for e‑scooters and hoverboards), model YH-4220, barcode X001ZQIT9P, ASIN B0CYZLH86W, sold under the Xahpower brand is affected. It was recalled because the supplied plug is counterfeit and does not meet BS 1363 dimensional requirements, creating a risk of fire; stop using it immediately and contact the distributor for redress.
What's being recalled
Product Safety Report for Xahpower Escooter Charger presenting a risk of fire.
Type: Electrical appliances and equipment – Chargers
Brand: Xahpower
Model: YH-4220
Barcode: X001ZQIT9P
Asin Number: B0CYZLH86W
Amazon Seller ID: A25POOG5DO2VE4 - 185703857712
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: A black 42V charger intended for e scooters and hoverboards.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2602-0172
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire because the plug supplied with the product is counterfeit and does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363. This means the plug cannot make a secure connection to the plug socket, which over time will damage the pins and could cause the product to overheat and catch fire. Improvements are also required to product labelling and marking.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.
What to do
We recommend that you stop using this product immediately and contact the distributor for redress.
The listing has been removed from the online marketplace (Amazon).
The official notice
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