USB charger — recall

Consumer goods · European Union · 2026-09-18 · China-origin

Hazard: Electric shockOrigin: China

USB charger Electric shock

Country	European Union
Category	Consumer goods
Published	2026-09-18
Country of origin	China
Model identifiers	A1692; 5680730251610; YE25161
Category	Electrical appliances and equipment
Hazard	Electric shock
Hazard description	The product lacks adequate insulation between the primary and secondary circuits. The secondary circuit connector can become live under mains voltage. Consequently, the user may receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 60335-1.
Remedy	Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 16/05/2025
Recall number	SR/02522/26
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	Marketplaces 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 products	Plug, insulation and creepage vs. rating plate; certification coverage for the exact model.
Rules & standards likely involved	GPSR, CE (Toys EN 71 / LVD·EMC), REACH · Full guide →

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