Safety warning Serious risk 16 February 2023

Vevor Diesel Parking Heater ZM5001

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Vevor Diesel Parking Heater ZM5001
Photo: official notice
Affected
Diesel parking heater with a digital display and a blue cap on top.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of asphyxiation due to the potential for passengers to inhale dangerous levels of poisonous gases should the product not be installed correctly.
What to do
The import has been rejected at the border.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Machinery – Diesel Car Heater
Model ZM5001
Carton Numbers ZCJRQ8KWHYJKGGYB1V0, Ref No GBLEI-4PX0263
Country of Origin China
Product Description Diesel parking heater with a digital display and a blue cap on top.
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of asphyxiation as it is not supplied with adequate instructions for installation. Therefore, if the product is not installed correctly (for example, the exhaust pipe of the heater), it is possible the consumer could be poisoned by gases escaping the product should the vehicle not be adequately ventilated.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2212-0144

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 16 February 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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