Safety warning High risk 6 November 2023

Kuzupro 12v Cordless Drill sold via Amazon

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Kuzupro 12v Cordless Drill sold via Amazon
Photo: official notice
Affected
Black and red cordless drill supplied with a black case.
The problem
The products present a high risk of electric shock, fire and explosion due to poor internal build quality and lack of thermal protection in the battery.
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 Machinery – Cordless Drill
Model Number MR3705T
Barcode X001ODE6OL
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, fire and explosion as the transformer 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. 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

The product has been destroyed.

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

Additional information

PSD case number: 2310-0045

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 6 November 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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