Smilovii Electric Drill sold via Amazon
- Affected
- A black and blue electric drill with charger in a black carry case.
- The problem
- The product presents a high risk of electric shock as the mains plug supplied does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363 as the earth pin was too small.
- What to do
- The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Machinery – Electric Drill |
|---|---|
| Brand | Smilovii |
| Charger model number | OBL-2100700B |
| Amazon ASIN | B0BCY6NF4N |
| Amazon barcode | X001MNEPXF |
| FBA | FBA15GS22BFCU000017 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | A black and blue electric drill with charger in a black carry case. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a high risk of electric shock as the mains plug supplied does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363 as the earth pin was too small. As the product does not provide the required level of earthing protection required, the user may receive an electric shock when a fault occurs. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008, or the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
Destruction of the product. Removal of the listing by the online marketplace (Amazon)
Additional information
PSD case number:2307-0188
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 27 December 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.