Product recallOPSS
Röhr Car Battery Charger 10 Amp 6V/12V recalled over an electric shock risk
Product recall for Röhr Car Battery Charger 10 Amp 6V/12V DFC-10P Intelligent Turbo/Trickle with Battery Repair and Maintainer Technology presenting a high risk of electric shock and fire.
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1 identifier listed for this notice.
Röhr Car Battery Charger 10 Amp 6V/12V
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- DFC-10P
What to do now
An electrical fault in the design or build of Röhr Car Battery Charger 10 Amp 6V/12V means it could shock the person using it.
- 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.
- Contact the business or the shop you bought it from to arrange the remedy set out in the notice.
- 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
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought.
If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2107-0106). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product recall for Röhr Car Battery Charger 10 Amp 6V/12V DFC-10P Intelligent Turbo/Trickle with Battery Repair and Maintainer Technology presenting a high risk of electric shock and fire.
The risk
The product poses a risk of electric shock and/or fire because of poor build quality and design. The protective earth did not have continuity to the main chassis as the paint/powder coating had not been removed, even though a star washer was present, preventing a reliable protective earth connection. When tested, no intelligent features were found in the circuit. Additionally, the product was not compliant with the marking requirements of the relevant standard.
This product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Action taken
Recall of product from end users and withdrawal of the product from the market (link to further information below.)
Advice to consumers
Recall of product from end users and withdrawal of the product from the market. For further information on the recall, please visit: https://unionmart.co.uk/recall/
Additional information
PSD case number: 2107-0106
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
10 Amp 6V/12V DFC–10P Car Battery charger
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Questions
Why has Röhr Car Battery Charger 10 Amp 6V/12V been recalled?
An electrical fault in the design or build of Röhr Car Battery Charger 10 Amp 6V/12V means it could shock the person using it. 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 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?
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought. If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
