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Jorvik Electric Tricycle JMT6-500 — fire & electric shock risk

UK OPSSSerious riskFireElectric shockJan 18, 2023
Photo from the official notice: Jorvik Electric Tricycle JMT6-500 — fire & electric shock risk

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

Hazard

The product has been identified as presenting a serious risk of injuries as it can operate at excessive speeds (above 25kph). The product also presents risks of electric shock and fire a the EPAC control unit did not have adequate moisture ingress protection, which could allow water to come into contact with internal electrical components. The product also required improvements to marking, labelling, and documentation. The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.

Remedy

The import has been rejected at the border.

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Import rejected at border

Product description

Electric tricycle with battery motor and charging plug.

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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