Product safety reportOPSS
Mercury Marine 450R and 500R Outboard Motors safety warning over an injury risk
Product Safety Report for Mercury Marine 450R and 500R Outboard Motors presenting a risk of injuries.
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
4 identifiers listed for this notice.
Mercury Marine 450R and 500R Outboard Motors
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- 450R
- 500R
- Serial numberOn the rating label or a sticker on the product.
- 1E083006 to 1E099696 (450R)
- 1E099432 to 1E102508 (500R)
What to do now
Mercury Marine 450R and 500R Outboard Motors could cause injury, for example from sharp edges, parts breaking, or the product failing in use.
- Put it out of use now.
- Check whether the notice offers a repair or replacement part before you discard it.
- Because the product was found unsafe on an online marketplace, use the platform’s order page to contact the seller.
- Report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service if the seller does not respond.
Why it matters. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
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 (2509-0307). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Safety Report for Mercury Marine 450R and 500R Outboard Motors presenting a risk of injuries.
The risk
The product presents a risk of injuries as it is possible for the user to trap their fingers in the top cowl air vents during use.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Recreational Craft Regulations 2017.
Action taken
Modification Programme.
Advice to consumers
Mercury Marine is providing a bezel assembly to cover the top air vents of the affected engine models. Consumers with affected products should take their boat to any Mercury Marine Authorised Dealer for bezel installation. To identify your local dealer, access the following webpage: Mercury Marine
For further information, please contact the UK importer E. P Barrus Ltd via customerservices@barrus.co.uk
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2509-0307
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Outboard motors.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has Mercury Marine 450R and 500R Outboard Motors been reported?
Mercury Marine 450R and 500R Outboard Motors could cause injury, for example from sharp edges, parts breaking, or the product failing in use. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the model and serial number 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?
Put it out of use now. Check whether the notice offers a repair or replacement part before you discard it.
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.
