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Adaptateur allume-cigare ('Cigarette-lighter adapter')

Electric shock, Fire Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Adaptateur allume-cigare ('Cigarette-lighter adapter') was recalled on 9 December 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1612/16. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by France. The insufficient creepage distances and clearance pose a risk of electric shock to users or can lead to a fire.

Photo of recalled product: Adaptateur allume-cigare ('Cigarette-lighter adapter')
Alert NumberA12/1612/16
BrandCOMUTECH
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock, Fire
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberRef. 851306
Published9 December 2016

Risk Description

The insufficient creepage distances and clearance pose a risk of electric shock to users or can lead to a fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant standards EN 60950.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 08/11/2016

Product Description

Adapter connecting to a cigarette-lighter, converting 12/24V or 110/240V to USB1 and 2 5V DC and/or USB1 1000mA and USB2 500mA, with two USB outputs, made ofblack plastic and supplied in a transparent blister packaging.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock, fire hazard related to Adaptateur allume-cigare ('Cigarette-lighter adapter').

About this risk

This product has inadequate electrical insulation, faulty wiring, or other electrical defects that can cause electric shock during use.

Recommended action

Unplug the product immediately and do not use it. Do not attempt to repair it yourself. Contact the manufacturer or retailer for a recall remedy.

Who is at risk?

Anyone using the product, especially in wet environments such as bathrooms or kitchens.

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