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High-Power Multi-Function Jump Starter with AC Adapter Model OUSM-150100 recalled over an electric shock risk

Electric shockMedium risk

Product Recall for High-Power Multi-Function Jump Starter with AC Adapter Model OUSM-150100 presenting a serious risk of electric shock.

  • High-Power Multi-Function Jump Starter with AC Adapter Model OUSM-150100: photo 1 of 2 from the OPSS notice of 26 May 2023
    Product image from the OPSS safety notice
  • High-Power Multi-Function Jump Starter with AC Adapter Model OUSM-150100: photo 2 of 2 from the OPSS notice of 26 May 2023

Check your product

Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.

2 identifiers listed for this notice.

  • High-Power Multi-Function Jump Starter with AC Adapter Model OUSM-150100

    ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
    • OUSM-150100
    Item or listing codeOn the box, the label, or the order page where you bought it.
    • G1122-CR6198UK

What to do now

High-Power Multi-Function Jump Starter with AC Adapter Model could give an electric shock. Live parts may be reachable, or the insulation or earthing may not be good enough.

  1. Unplug it now and put it away where nobody will plug it back in.
  2. Do not open it up or try to repair it yourself.
  3. Use the contact details in the official notice to arrange a refund, repair or replacement.
  4. 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 (2210-0006). Quoted as issued.

Summary

Product Recall for High-Power Multi-Function Jump Starter with AC Adapter Model OUSM-150100 presenting a serious risk of electric shock.

The risk

The product has been recalled as it presents a risk of electric shock due to having a plug that does not meet the requirements of BS1363-1. When tested, it was found that the thickness of the live and natural pins was 4.16 & 4.21 mm, exceeding the maximum of 4.05mm. The breadths of the live and neutral pins were 6.56m & 6.53m, exceeding the limit of 6.48mm. Also, the dimensions of the sleeved parts of the plug pins differed from the metal parts of the pins. This resulted in a distinct step between the two. This could cause damage to the socket and undue wear and tear to the sleeve. Overall, the inadequate plug pins on this product results in a risk of live wires touching other parts within the plug and potentially causing an electric shock. There is also a possibility that the inadequate plug pins could result in overheating, and consequently also poses a risk of burns.

The product does not comply with The Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016

Action taken

Recall of the product from end users. Import rejected at the border. Destruction of the product.

Advice to consumers

Recall of the product from end users. A recall notice has been sent directly to end users. Consumers are advised to stop using the product immediately and return it for a full refund.

Import rejected at the border.

Destruction of the product.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2210-0006

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Product description

Wall plug-charging car jump starter with USB inputs on side for charging other devices.

Open the OPSS notice

Questions

Why has High-Power Multi-Function Jump Starter with AC Adapter Model been recalled?

High-Power Multi-Function Jump Starter with AC Adapter Model 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.

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