Safety warning Serious risk 2 March 2023

Vevor Diesel Car Parking Heater ZP-12V-F01

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Vevor Diesel Car Parking Heater ZP-12V-F01
Photo: official notice
Affected
A blue diesel-powered car parking heater
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of fire due to no user/installation manual being supplied.
What to do
Import rejected at the border.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Machinery – Diesel Parking Heater
Brand Vevor
Model number ZP-12V-F01
Country of Origin China
Product Description A blue diesel-powered car parking heater
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire as the user could fit the exhaust too close to combustible material due to no user/installation manual being supplied. The lack of instructions also means that the user is not aware of the maintenance requirements for the product, meaning that they could use the product when it is not safe. The product was also missing some of the required documentation, and the markings were deemed inadequate.

The product does not comply with the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.

Corrective action

Import rejected at the border.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2212-0139

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 2 March 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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