Bamse 12v Power Drill sold via Amazon
- Affected
- Black and red cordless drill supplied with a black case
- The problem
- The product presents a high risk of electric shock as the transformer was of a poor build quality and did not meet the requirements for creepage and clearance.
- What to do
- The listings have been taken down. If you bought one, stop using it and contact the seller for a refund.
Product information
| Type | Machinery – Cordless Drill |
|---|---|
| Brand | Bamse |
| Barcode | X002L8O7Y3 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | Black and red cordless drill supplied with a black case |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a high risk of electric shock as the transformer was of a poor build quality and did not meet the requirements for creepage and clearance. The product also has poor internal build quality as it featured poor quality soldering with wires soldered directly to component legs. The trigger switch did not have any EU approval markings, and there was no thermal protection present in the battery.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
Corrective action
Destruction of the product.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2310-0047
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 2 January 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.