Safety warning Serious risk 30 January 2026

A/C Power Adaptor sold via Amazon

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of A/C Power Adaptor sold via Amazon
Photo: official notice
Affected
A/C Power adapter for a laptop.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of fire as the plug fuse has insufficient granular filler, and the plug face does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363.
What to do
The listings have been taken down. If you bought one, stop using it and contact the seller for a refund.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Plugs
Amazon Product Identifiers FBA15L3BZ7S4U000037, X002EFIUDB
Amazon ASINs Amazon ASINs: X002EFIUDB B0F89TM5V1, B0F8HS8ZFL, B0F83SWRY6, B0F7R4CS8P, B0F83HR39W, B0C4KZYPG1, B0F7XRGXPG, B0FHB65N6Y
Country of Origin China
Product Description A/C Power adapter for a laptop.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire as the plug fuse has insufficient granular filler, and the plug face does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363. A correctly rated fuse is required to ensure the safe operation of the plug under fault conditions, and its absence could lead to the plug overheating and/or exploding. Improvements are also required to product documentation and marking.   

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets etc (Safety) Regulations 1994.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border.

The listings have been removed by the onlien marketplaces (Amazon).

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2601-0238

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Can I get a refund?

In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.

Updated 30 January 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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