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Blackstar Guitar Amplifiers safety warning over an electric shock risk
Product Safety Report for Blackstar Guitar Amplifiers presenting a risk of electric shock.
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
5 identifiers listed for this notice.
Various models of Blackstar electric guitar amplifiers.
- Date codeOn the product, its label or its packaging.
- 2403, 2404, 2405, 2406, 2407, 2408, 2409, 2410, 2411
Blackstar Guitar Amplifiers (2)
- Barcode
- 845644008537
- 845644008520
- 845644008513
- 845644008506
What to do now
Blackstar Guitar Amplifiers could give an electric shock. Live parts may be reachable, or the insulation or earthing may not be good enough.
- Switch it off at the wall and unplug it. Do not use it again, even briefly.
- Do not attempt a home repair or a different plug.
- Because the product was found unsafe on an online marketplace, use the platform’s order page to contact the seller.
- If you cannot reach the seller, Trading Standards can be told through Citizens Advice.
Why it matters. Mains electricity in the UK is 230 volts, enough to cause serious injury or death. Cheap chargers, adaptors and appliances sold online are among the products most often found with this fault.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- burns where the current entered or left the body
- tingling, numbness or muscle pain
Get help urgently
- anyone who has had a mains shock and is confused, has chest pain, an irregular heartbeat or burns — call 999. Do not touch them until the power is off
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Getting your money back
A product safety report usually means the product was bought online and the marketplace has removed the listing. Ask the seller for a refund through the platform where you bought it; many marketplaces have their own buyer protection.
If you paid by credit card and it cost over £100, Section 75 may apply; otherwise your bank may be able to raise a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2411-0163). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Safety Report for Blackstar Guitar Amplifiers presenting a risk of electric shock.
The risk
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to cabinet production errors. A larger than intended gap between wooden parts of the cabinet can cause some electronic components to be accessible or partially exposed. As a result, a user could come into contact with live parts and receive an electric shock.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Action taken
Blackstar Amplifiers Limited have launched a modification programme for products in scope of the safety issue.
Advice to consumers
Blackstar Amplifiers Limited have launched a modification programme for products in scope of the safety issue.
Please follow the link below to contact your local Blackstar distributor to arrange for a free modification to your amplifier. In your communication, please include the full serial number and model of your product.
For further information, access the Blackstar website at the following link: https://blackstaramps.com/product-recall/
Additional information
PSD case number: 2411-0163
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Various models of Blackstar electric guitar amplifiers.
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Questions
Why has Blackstar Guitar Amplifiers been reported?
Blackstar Guitar Amplifiers could give an electric shock. Live parts may be reachable, or the insulation or earthing may not be good enough. Mains electricity in the UK is 230 volts, enough to cause serious injury or death. Cheap chargers, adaptors and appliances sold online are among the products most often found with this fault.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the barcode and date code on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Switch it off at the wall and unplug it. Do not use it again, even briefly. Do not attempt a home repair or a different plug.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
A product safety report usually means the product was bought online and the marketplace has removed the listing. Ask the seller for a refund through the platform where you bought it; many marketplaces have their own buyer protection. If you paid by credit card and it cost over £100, Section 75 may apply; otherwise your bank may be able to raise a chargeback.
