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Lithium Electric Chainsaw HG-J54801 sold via eBay — recall

Consumer goods · United Kingdom · 2025-11-21
Hazard: Fire and Injuries

Lithium Electric Chainsaw HG-J54801 due to fire and injury hazards

CountryUnited Kingdom
CategoryConsumer goods
Published2025-11-21
RetailereBay
Model identifiersProduct identifier: HG-J54801; EBay item number: 226154108030
CategoryMachinery
HazardFire and Injuries
Hazard descriptionThe product presents a serious risk of fire and injuries as it has poor internal soldering with wires soldered directly to the control module and no reinforcement. There is also no thermal protection present on the motor or in the motor windings. If a wire loosens or detaches while the product is in use, it may overheat and/or explode. This could also lead to injuries to the user. Improvements are required to the product marking and labelling.
Non-complianceSupply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008
RemedyThe import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Recall number2511-0088
Official noticeView source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actionsMarketplaces may delist the same or similar products, freeze or force-remove inventory (e.g. Amazon FBA) and notify past buyers; under GPSR regulators can require platforms to act within 2 working days.
Self-check for comparable productsCell–charger matching, over-heat/over-charge protection, isolation of hot parts.
Rules & standards likely involvedUK GPSR, UKCA · Full guide →

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