Product recallOPSS
E-Reader Charger UKA1005G5 recalled over an electric shock risk
Product Recall for To Fit Binatone E-Reader Readme, Mobile, Ebook, Reader Power Adaptor Charger 5V UKA1005G5 sold via eBay presenting a serious risk of electric shock.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice 
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
2 identifiers listed for this notice.
E-Reader Charger UKA1005G5
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- UKA1005G5
- Item or listing codeOn the box, the label, or the order page where you bought it.
- 393429584915
What to do now
E-Reader Charger UKA1005G5 could give an electric shock. Live parts may be reachable, or the insulation or earthing may not be good enough.
- Unplug it now and put it away where nobody will plug it back in.
- Do not open it up or try to repair it yourself.
- Use the contact details in the official notice to arrange a refund, repair or replacement.
- If someone has been hurt or the product has failed, report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service.
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.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies.
Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2207-0255). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for To Fit Binatone E-Reader Readme, Mobile, Ebook, Reader Power Adaptor Charger 5V UKA1005G5 sold via eBay presenting a serious risk of electric shock.
The risk
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to it’s poor mechanical strength. When impact tests were performed, the black plastic casing broke open giving users access to the printed circuit board (PCB). This could result in the user touching a live part and receiving an electric shock. The product also failed electric strength tests as when a 2,500 test voltage was applied, a breakdown occurred on the PCB. The creepage distance on both the DC output and the plug pins we’re measured as zero, below the distance required.
The product does not comply with the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Action taken
OPSS are requiring the recall of the product from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
Advice to consumers
OPSS are requiring the recall of the product from end users.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2207-0255
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product description
A black 3-pin AC adaptor with a small bag plastic bag of accessories.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has E-Reader Charger UKA1005G5 been recalled?
E-Reader Charger UKA1005G5 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 model and item or listing 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?
Unplug it now and put it away where nobody will plug it back in. Do not open it up or try to repair it yourself.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies. Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
Where was E-Reader Charger UKA1005G5 sold?
The notice names eBay. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
