Booster cable
Booster cable was recalled on 12 June 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0759/09. Burns risk reported by France. The product poses a risk of burns because: - the heat levels of both the red and the black cable (67 K and 85 K respectively) exceed the maximum temperatures permitted (45 K for the red and 15 K for the black), - the drop in voltage measured in the two cables (>10 V) exceeds the level permitted (1.
| Alert Number | 0759/09 |
| Brand | Lifetime car |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Burns |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Model ‘120 AMP’, |
| Published | 12 June 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of burns because: - the heat levels of both the red and the black cable (67 K and 85 K respectively) exceed the maximum temperatures permitted (45 K for the red and 15 K for the black), - the drop in voltage measured in the two cables (>10 V) exceeds the level permitted (1.05 V).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Electric cables used to connect a discharged car battery to a power source for charging.
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns hazard related to Booster cable.
About this risk
This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.