Car accessories - Starter cables/Booster cables
Car accessories - Starter cables/Booster cables was recalled on 20 June 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0652/08. Fire risk reported by Slovakia. The product poses a risk of fire because:- the maximum external diameter of cable for the indicated diameter of nucleus of 0.
| Alert Number | 0652/08 |
| Brand | AUTOMAX car accessories |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Art. N°4410, EAN 8586009104410, 200AMP |
| Published | 20 June 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of fire because:- the maximum external diameter of cable for the indicated diameter of nucleus of 0.5 mm should be 2.3 mm, whereas the real measured diameter is 7.3 mm, - resistance of nucleus should be maximum 37.1 mΩ,/m whereas the real measured value is 47.8 mΩ,/m. The product does not comply with the relevant standard ISO 6722.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The starter cable for connecting the positive poles of the accumulator is black; the starting cable for connecting negative poles of the accumulator is red. The product is packed in a plastic bag with marking "BOOSTER CABLE," "AUTOMAX CAR ACCESSORIES", EAN code, Art. Nr. and address of the company "best AUTOMAX" in Slovakia. Sticker on the pack contains data: 200 amp, length 175 cm, voltage 12/24 V, diameter 1.0 mm.
🔥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a fire hazard related to Car accessories - Starter cables/Booster cables.
About this risk
This product poses a fire risk due to overheating, faulty components, or flammable materials that do not meet safety standards.
Recommended action
Disconnect the product from any power source and stop using it immediately. Do not leave it unattended. Store it away from flammable materials. Contact the retailer for a refund.
Who is at risk?
All household members. Fire risks are especially dangerous for sleeping areas and children's rooms.