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Mobile phone charger

Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Mobile phone charger was recalled on 7 March 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0289/08. Electric shock risk reported by United Kingdom. The product poses a risk of electric shock due to :- lack of double insulation.

Photo of recalled product: Mobile phone charger
Alert Number0289/08
BrandFS Accessories
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginUnknown
Model NumberVarious travel chargers marked with GX30, or MYC-2, or NOK, or CST13, as if compatible with various mobile phones
Published7 March 2008

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of electric shock due to :- lack of double insulation. - live and neutral parts are only 0.9 mm apart (standard requires min 2 mm).- insufficient wiring and non-secured soldering likely to cause a short circuit. - inadequate construction. One catastrophic failure reported.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60950.

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

Mobile phone battery chargers (various) in individual cardboard boxes. All marked ‘FS Accessories High Quality Travel Charger’.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Mobile phone charger.

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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