Radio-controlled toy car with remote control and battery charger.
Radio-controlled toy car with remote control and battery charger. was recalled on 12 October 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1029/07. Burns, Electric shock risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a risk of :(i) electric shock because:- the plug of the battery charger is non-standardized, the attached transformer adaptor does not comply with the Hungarian plug/socket system.
| Alert Number | 1029/07 |
| Brand | ZHENGGUANG. |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Burns, Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | NO.UD2017. |
| Published | 12 October 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of :(i) electric shock because:- the plug of the battery charger is non-standardized, the attached transformer adaptor does not comply with the Hungarian plug/socket system. - the age symbol (8 years) and certain technical parameters (voltage) are missing, there are no instructions in Hungarian for the safe use. (ii) burns since the battery charger can be short-circuited and thus the cover overheats.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and relevant European standards EN-60335 and EN-50088.
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 authority. Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The package of the product contains a plastic toy car with a control frequency of 27 MHz or 49 MHz, (number plate on the product: WOLFHOUND), operated by batteries, a battery charger (XIONG FENG ELECTRONIC model No.: XF-3053A AC 220-240V;50/60 Hz;/DC 9,6V 200mA Class II ; for the connection of the battery charger an transformer adaptor is also provided), a remote control (“R/C FREE CONTROL TOP POWERFUL TOP SUPERIOR SPEEDY CE MHz 006P 6LR61 9V”), battery ( “Ni-Cd AA700mAh 9,6V”), and a dry battery of 9V 6LR61. Size: L: 38 cm x W:18 cm x H:15 cm. Inscription on the packaging: Power Cross-Country 4WD.
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, electric shock hazard related to Radio-controlled toy car with remote control and battery charger..
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.