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Counterfeit Type C Laptop Charger — recall

Consumer goods · United Kingdom · 2025-11-18
Hazard: Fire

Counterfeit Type C Laptop Charger due to fire hazard

CountryUnited Kingdom
CategoryConsumer goods
Published2025-11-18
RetailereBay – The listing has been removed by the online marketplace.
Model identifierseBay ID: 186468601056; eBay listing name: Type C Laptop Charger 65W - USB C for Apple, Lenovo, Samsung, Acer, NoteBook NEW
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
HazardFire
Hazard descriptionThe product presents a serious risk of fire as the transformer is of poor build quality and the plug does not contain a ballast. The plug is also considered counterfeit. The ballast is required to ensure the safe operation of the fuse under fault conditions, and its absence could lead to the plug overheating and/or exploding.
Non-complianceElectrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and the Plugs and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994
RemedyWe recommend that you cease use of the product immediately and contact your place of purchase for further information. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
Recall number2511-0130
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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