Safety warning Serious risk 18 December 2024

JUSFIT 12V Max Cordless Electric Wrench, JLX12

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of JUSFIT 12V Max Cordless Electric Wrench, JLX12
Photo: official notice
Affected
A blue cordless electric wrench with power supply.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of fire and electric shock as the transformer is of a poor build quality.
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 Machinery – Cordless Electric Wrench
Brand JUSFIT
Model JLX12
Other Product Identifiers M010000000004651387, HG00073LHUK, WI38909563, B0400000001206723895
Country of Origin China
Product Description A blue cordless electric wrench with power supply.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire and electric shock as the transformer for the product was of poor build quality because the primary and secondary windings were found to be touching. Under fault conditions, the product could overheat and ignite, or lead to accessible metal parts becoming live. Additionally, the plug face did not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363, exposing the user to an electric shock hazard.

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

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2412-0029

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 18 December 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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