Safety warning Serious risk 24 October 2025

Electric Wheelchair

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Electric Wheelchair
Photo: official notice
Affected
Folding electric wheelchair / mobility scooter with power plug and supply.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of fire as there is no evidence that it has sufficient battery protective systems in place and there is exposed wiring on the supplied plug.
What to do
The import has been rejected at the border.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Other – Wheelchair
Charger model JN-36
Other product identifiers DRYU9832730
Country of Origin China
Product Description Folding electric wheelchair / mobility scooter with power plug and supply.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire as there is no evidence that it has sufficient battery protective systems in place and there is exposed wiring on the supplied plug. If the product is charged and left unattended overnight, a fault may occur potentially leading to the battery exploding and/or setting on fire. There is also no evidence to demonstrate that the product has been assessed using relevant UK conformity assessment procedures, as a valid Declaration of Conformity was not supplied. Improvements are also required to the product instructions.  

The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 and the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border.

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2509-0156

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 24 October 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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