A/c Power Adaptor
A laptop power adapter sold online does not meet safety standards because its plug does not have the correct dimensions and lacks sufficient filler around the fuse. This could cause the adapter to overheat and catch fire if there is a product fault or electrical surge. The product is being removed from online marketplaces and rejected at borders in the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland.
- Product
- Power adaptor intended for a laptop. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon. A/C Power Adaptor. Defect: Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Importer Category of measure(s): Import rejected at border Date of entry into force: 16/01/2026 Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Retailer Category of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace Date of entry into force: 28/01/2026
- Reason
- The plug face of the product does not meet the dimensional requirements and there is not enough filler in the fuse. If there is a fault with the product or a surge in current, the product could overheat and catch fire. The product does not meet the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- consumer product recall
- Country
- European Union
- Agency
- SAFETY-GATE
- Recall date
- 2026-04-03
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/39720a1c-cdd7-4a00-9f0f-d95464ad1d22