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Vevor Air Compressor 220V-110V-12V recalled over a burns risk
Product Recall for Vevor Air Compressor presenting a high risk of burns and 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.
Vevor Air Compressor 220V-110V-12V
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- 220V-110V-12V
- Item or listing codeOn the box, the label, or the order page where you bought it.
- GYDQBZT0000000001v2-2
What to do now
Parts of Vevor Air Compressor 220V-110V-12V can get hot enough to burn, or hot liquid could escape.
- Turn it off, unplug it and let it cool before packing it away.
- Keep it out of children’s reach until it has gone back.
- Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from Vevor.
- If someone has been hurt or the product has failed, report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service.
Why it matters. Burns from appliances and heating products are common, and children are the most likely to be hurt.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- for a burn: cool it under cool or lukewarm running water for 20 minutes and cover it loosely with cling film
Get help urgently
- large or deep burns, burns on the face, hands or genitals, or any burn on a child — go to A&E or call 999
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
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it.
If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2205-0165). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Vevor Air Compressor presenting a high risk of burns and electric shock.
The risk
The product presents a high risk of electric shock as the transformer was poorly constructed, allowing primary and secondary sides to touch and insufficient insulation, also failing the electrical strength and earth bond tests.
The product was found to become excessively hot, presenting a risk of burns. The product also possessed a counterfeit plug, fuse and cable, and improvements are required to documentation, markings and the Declaration of Conformity.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users by the manufacturer. The product has been destroyed at the border.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users. For further information, access the Vevor recall webpage at: https://uk.vevor.com/pages/Product-Recall-Statement
The product has been destroyed at the border.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2205-0165
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Black metal air compressor, supplied with plug/cord set and various accessories. Supplied in brown box with picture of product shown on the front.
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Questions
Why has Vevor Air Compressor 220V-110V-12V been recalled?
Parts of Vevor Air Compressor 220V-110V-12V can get hot enough to burn, or hot liquid could escape. Burns from appliances and heating products are common, and children are the most likely to be hurt.
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?
Turn it off, unplug it and let it cool before packing it away. Keep it out of children’s reach until it has gone back.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it. If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
