Electric bicycle
Fire Machinery Serious risk
| Alert Number | SR/03991/25 |
| Brand | Gicinu |
| Category | Machinery |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Okound, 48V12AH, SK8 |
| Published | 14 November 2025 |
Risk Description
It is not possible to determine based on available documentation that there are sufficient battery protective systems in place to prevent thermal runaway from occurring. If the product is charged and left unattended overnight, a fault may occur potentially leading to the battery exploding and a fire starting. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 15/10/2025
Product Description
Folding electric bicycle with replaceable batteries. The product also includes a wall plug and power supply.