Radio-controlled toy car with remote control.
Radio-controlled toy car with remote control. was recalled on 12 October 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1031/07. Electric shock risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- the plug of the battery charger is non-standardized, therefore the live pins are accessible when connecting to the power supply,- the cover of the battery charger can be removed without using a tool, - the insulation of the wiring is not sufficient (flashover occurred),- certain safety instructions of the battery charger and warnings are missing.
| Alert Number | 1031/07 |
| Brand | RACING MIX. |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | NO.666-26. |
| Published | 12 October 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- the plug of the battery charger is non-standardized, therefore the live pins are accessible when connecting to the power supply,- the cover of the battery charger can be removed without using a tool, - the insulation of the wiring is not sufficient (flashover occurred),- certain safety instructions of the battery charger and warnings are missing. 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 (scale 1:14) with a control frequency of 27 MHz, operated by batteries, a battery charger (HENGXIN input: AC 110-240V;50/60 Hz; output: DC 4,8V 200mA Class II), a remote control (“SUPER SPEED R/C 27 MHz 9V”), battery ( “4,8V 700mAh MADE IN CHINA”), and a dry battery of 9V 6F22.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Radio-controlled toy car with remote control..
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.