Zodiac Freerider RF 5200 iQ Wireless Swimming Pool Robotic Cleaner
- Affected
- Blue cordless robotic pool cleaner.
- The problem
- The product presents a risk of fire as it is insufficiently watertight, potentially resulting in water entering the battery casing.
- What to do
- Fluidra requests all consumers to check whether their automatic robotic cleaner is affected by this voluntary safety measure and cease use immediately.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment – Wireless Swimming Pool Robotic Cleaner |
|---|---|
| Brand | Zodiac |
| Model | RF 5200 iQ |
| Batch Numbers | 4923, 5123, 5223 |
| Country of Origin | Malaysia |
| Product Description | Blue cordless robotic pool cleaner. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a risk of fire because the injection moulding parameters on the assembly line did not cover the necessary cooling time of the battery block (where the battery is installed), meaning that the block was weakened. When the battery was screwed into the plastic block during assembly, cracks and/or weak points developed in the plastic casing compromising the watertightness of the battery enclosure. This can result in water entering and mixing with the lithium in the battery, leading to a short-circuit, overheating, and/or the battery entering into thermal runaway, resulting in a fire.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users.
Fluidra requests all consumers to check whether their automatic robotic cleaner is affected by this voluntary safety measure and cease use immediately.
Access further information on the Zodiac website at the following link: https://www.zodiac-poolcare.co.uk/support/recall
Additional information
PSD case number: 2409-0066
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 March 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.