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Xinchangxin Battery Charger — fire risk (2512-0226)

UK OPSSSerious riskFireJan 7, 2026

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire because the fuse has not been supplied with a granular filler. A correctly rated fuse is required to ensure the safe operation of the plug under fault conditions, and its absence could lead to the plug overheating and/or exploding. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and the Plugs & Sockets etc (Safety) Regulations 1994.

Remedy

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Destruction of the product
  • Import rejected at border

Product description

A large battery charger for starting a car battery. Comes with multiple settings and an LED display, as well as attached wall 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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