Safety warning Serious risk 7 April 2024

BS-KJ826W Power Adapter sold via Amazon

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of BS-KJ826W Power Adapter sold via Amazon
Photo: official notice
Affected
A black power adapter with a wall plug and USB-C cable.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of fire as the plug pins are incorrectly sized and do not fit in the plastic sleeving.
What to do
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Toys – Electrical appliances and equipment – Power adapter
Model BS-KJ826W
Amazon Barcode X001NQ8JRJ
SKU NR-WLBQ-WVEG
Other identifier FBA15JX72LVYU000002
Country of Origin China
Product Description A black power adapter with a wall plug and USB-C cable.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire as the plug pins are incorrectly sized and do not fit in the plastic sleeving. This can cause the pins to wear down unevenly over time or become damaged during use. Damaged or worn pins can overheat and catch fire. Improvements are also required to marking and labelling.

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 and destroyed.

The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2504-0022

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 7 April 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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