Phone Travel Charger for V3/W175/L6 (NOT ORIGINAL)
Phone Travel Charger for V3/W175/L6 (NOT ORIGINAL) was recalled on 24 February 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert 0325/12. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by United Kingdom. The product has inadequately sized pins and as a result the mechanical connections between the base and the cover of the adaptor suffer undue strain when inserting or removing the charger from a socket.
| Alert Number | 0325/12 |
| Brand | Revive/BWL |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Type: AC/DC AdaptorStyle: For V3/W175/L6 |
| Published | 24 February 2012 |
Risk Description
The product has inadequately sized pins and as a result the mechanical connections between the base and the cover of the adaptor suffer undue strain when inserting or removing the charger from a socket. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant national standard.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Charger for mobile phone.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, fire hazard related to Phone Travel Charger for V3/W175/L6 (NOT ORIGINAL).
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.