AC Adapter
AC Adapter Recall Summary An AC adapter laptop-style charger sold online, particularly through Amazon, is being recalled because its fuse is incorrectly rated and may not prevent overheating, potentially causing fire or explosions. The charger also has an incorrectly sized mains plug and insufficient electrical insulation, which could cause electric shock to users. The product does not meet safety standards required by the Low Voltage Directive.
- Recalling firm
- GVKRLXZ
- Product
- AC adaptor laptop-style charger, with a wall plug. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon. AC Adapter. 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: Unknown
- Reason
- The product's fuse is incorrectly rated and may not operate as intended to prevent overheating, which could lead to explosion, fire, and burns to the user. Moreover, the dimensions of the mains plug are incorrect and the insulation between the input and output circuits is insufficient. The user can therefore receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- consumer product recall
- Country
- European Union
- Agency
- SAFETY-GATE
- Recall date
- 2026-05-08
- 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/b8866a89-e1bc-441a-ab89-dc2f1a1485ee