Recall Serious risk 23 November 2022

Vevor Portable Air Compressor

Yes – this has been recalled
Photo of Vevor Portable Air Compressor
Photo: official notice
Affected
Portable PCP air gun compressor
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the product failed earth bond and creepage and clearance so there is very little protection and if the product were to have faults, the metal parts could become live and give the consumer an electric shock.
What to do
The import has been rejected at the border. Update: 28th April 2023: The product has been recalled from end users by Super Smart Services.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Machinery – Air compressor
Brand Vevor
Model Number 220-110v -12v
Country of Origin China
Product Description Portable PCP air gun compressor
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the product failed earth bond and creepage and clearance so there is very little protection and if the product were to have faults, the metal parts could become live and give the consumer an electric shock. The plug, fuse and cable were also counterfeit.

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.

Update: 28th April 2023: The product has been recalled from end users by Super Smart Services.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2211-0051

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 23 November 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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