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Lectron Mode 2 EV Portable Charging Cable — electric shock risk

UK OPSSSerious riskElectric shockSold on eBayJan 3, 2023
Photo from the official notice: Lectron Mode 2 EV Portable Charging Cable — electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: Lectron Mode 2 EV Portable Charging Cable — electric shock risk

Photos from the official notice: UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (GOV.UK) · image rights

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to the failure of the sample to meet the RCD test requirements of Clause 9.7, meaning that after reasonable wear and tear, the cable may become damaged and the user may experience an electric shock should the RCD fail to protect. There is also a risk of overheating due to the PWM output exceeding the maximum current of a 13A plug and the failure of the plug to meet the requirements of the relevant standard. The product does not meet the requirements of The Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Remedy

The product has been recalled from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).

Product recall

Measures taken

  • Recall of product from end users
  • Removal of listing by online marketplace

Product description

Black EV charging cable with cream handle.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.

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