Charger and adapter recalls in 2021

29 official charger and adapter recalls reported in 2021 (records start Oct 2021), from government agencies in the US, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Newest first. Search by product, brand or hazard.

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Recalls in 2021

29

Records start Oct 2021

By month

JanJunDec

Most recalled brands

  1. Zuh Tomar2
  2. Midy1
  3. Covidien1
  4. Dodge1
  5. Innovagoods1
  6. Volvo1

By product type

  1. Electrical17
  2. Other4
  3. Vehicles3
  4. Drugs & medical2
  5. Sports & outdoor2
  6. Tools & DIY1

Charger and adapter recalls in 2021

  1. 2021-12-24
  2. DEEU
    Electricalelectric shock

    Robot vacuum cleaner (TESVOR) · S6 Robotic Vacuum

    The product is supplied with a non-EU (US) connector with a dangerous adapter; when plugged in, high-voltage live parts are accessible. The pins of the adaptor of the power supply are not insulated. The pin ends are…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by GermanyTESVOROfficial notice →
  3. SEEU
    Electricalchemical, environment

    Headphones (Midy) · Bluetooth sports headband

    The black charger contains an excessive amount of di-(2-etylhexyl)phtalate (DEHP) and short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured values up to 1.04% and 1.48% by weight, respectively). Phthalates may harm the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by SwedenMidyOfficial notice →
  4. HUEU
    Tools & DIYdamage to sight, electric shock

    laser pointer

    The laser beam is too powerful. Direct viewing of the laser beam could cause damage to sight. The insulation between the primary and accessible secondary circuits of the charger is not sufficient. The user could touch…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by HungaryOfficial notice →
  5. SEEU
    Otherchemical, environment

    Neck massager · Nackmasserare med värmefunktion

    The white charger cable contains an excessive amount of di-(2-etylhexyl)phtalate (DEHP) and short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured values up to 9.04% and 2.38% by weight, respectively). Also a solder on…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by SwedenOfficial notice →
  6. FIEU
    Otherelectric shock

    Air cooler (RL Icecube)

    In the power supply unit provided with the air cooler, the insulation is not sufficient and the creepage distance between the live primary and accessible secondary circuits is not adequate.A user could touch accessible…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FinlandRL IcecubeOfficial notice →
  7. HUEU
    Electricalelectric shock

    USB charger (CX) · FAST SMART CHARGER

    The insulation of the product is inadequate. The user could receive an electric shock from accessible (live) parts. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the European…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by HungaryCXOfficial notice →
  8. SEEU
    Electricalelectric shock

    Charger

    The electrical insulation is inadequate and the clearance /creepage distances between the primary and accessible secondary circuits are not sufficient.Accessible parts can become live and the user could receive an…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by SwedenOfficial notice →
  9. 2021-12-17
  10. FREU
    Electricalelectric shock

    USB charger (NOKOKO) · FOUR USB AC Adapter

    The electrical insulation is inadequate and the clearance /creepage distances between the primary and accessible secondary circuits are not sufficient. The user could receive an electric shock from accessible (live)…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FranceNOKOKOOfficial notice →
  11. FREU
    Electricalelectric shock

    USB charger · US/EU Universal Wall Charger 3USB Ports Outlet 3.1A Fast Charge AC Power Adapter With…

    The electrical insulation is inadequate and the clearance/creepage distances between the primary and accessible secondary circuits are not sufficient. The user could receive an electric shock from accessible (live)…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FranceOfficial notice →
  12. FREU
    Electricalelectric shock

    USB charger · "POWER Quick Charge 3.0

    The electrical insulation is inadequate and the clearance/creepage distances between the primary and accessible secondary circuits are not sufficient. The user could receive an electric shock from accessible (live)…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FranceOfficial notice →
  13. 2021-12-15
  14. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Covidien Llc recalls Covidien Sonicision Battery Charger-intended to charge the Sonicision Reusable Battery Pack and to provide information on the battery…

    Intermittent risk of electric shock to users if an affected charger is used in conjunction with a faulty or bypassed institutions Mains Protective Earth (Ground) circuit

    FDA · DeviceCovidien LlcBrazilOfficial notice →
  15. 2021-12-13
  16. NZ
    Electrical

    Mattel Fisher-Price Dots and Spots Puppy Deluxe Swing (Plug adapter)

    The swing was supplied with an overseas plug-in adaptor which is not designed for use in New Zealand. If used with an incompatible power source there is an increased risk of electric shock, which can cause serious…

    Product Safety NZOfficial notice →
  17. 2021-12-10
  18. FREU
    Vehicleselectric shock

    Charger · Chargeur adaptateur d'alimentation 42 V pour scooter autoéquilibrant 2 roues Hoverboard…

    The defect in the insulation between the primary and secondary circuits, and the presence of a non-compliant capacitor connecting the two circuits may cause an electric shock. The product does not comply with the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FranceOfficial notice →
  19. FREU
    Electricalelectric shock

    Charger · 12V 5A 5.5 * 2.1mm LED Transformateur Alimentation Adaptateur UE Plug Alimentation

    The electrical insulation is inadequate and the clearance /creepage distances between the primary and accessible secondary circuits are not sufficient.The user could receive an electric shock from accessible (live)…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FranceOfficial notice →
  20. FIEU
    Electricalelectric shock

    Battery charger (vatti) · Automatic 3 stage battery charger

    The fuse holder can be removed without the use of any tools.Consequently the user could touch live parts and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FinlandvattiOfficial notice →
  21. FREU
    Electricalelectric shock

    USB charger · 10 port USB 50W intelligent charger / USB charger

    The electrical insulation is inadequate and the clearance / creepage distances between the primary and accessible secondary circuits are not sufficient. The user could receive an electric shock from accessible (live)…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FranceOfficial notice →
  22. 2021-11-26
  23. DEEU
    Vehiclesinjuries

    Passenger car (Dodge) · Charger, Challenger

    The front windscreen may become detached from the vehicle and endanger the occupants of the vehicle or fall onto the road. The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by GermanyDodgeOfficial notice →
  24. SEEU
    Electricalenvironment

    Wireless phone charger (Innovagoods) · Qi Wireless Charger

    A solder on the USB and solders on the PCB contain an excessive amount of lead (measured value up to 30.9% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by SwedenInnovagoodsOfficial notice →
  25. HUEU
    Otherelectric shock, microbiological

    Air humidifier (Daewoo) · Mini Air Cooler/Humidifier

    The insulation of the power supply is inadequate. The user could receive an electric shock from accessible live parts. In addition, the water tank is not accessible for cleaning and the appliance does not sound a…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by HungaryDaewooOfficial notice →
  26. 2021-11-24
  27. US
    Drugs & medicalClass II

    Laboratoires Bodycad, Inc. recalls Torque Limiting Adaptor, AO Connect, 4 N-m, part #027-203, reusable, a component of the Bodycad Fine Osteotomy Implant and Disposable…

    There is a risk of breakage of the torque limiting adaptor if used counterclockwise and it must not be used with a power tool due to no test data validating this use.

    FDA · DeviceLaboratoires Bodycad, Inc.Distribution was made to CO, MI, and NY. Foreign distribution was made to…Official notice →
  28. 2021-11-19
  29. FREU
    Electricalelectric shock

    LED lighting chain · LED METEOR LIGHT

    The power supply is not securely anchored to the electronic unit for lighting effects and not sufficiently secured against tearing. The cover of the electronic unit can be easily removed making live parts accessible.…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FranceOfficial notice →
  30. 2021-11-15
  31. AU
    Electrical

    Fisher Price Dots and Spots Puppy Deluxe Swing Plug-in Adaptor (updated)

    If used with an incompatible power source there is an increased risk of electric shock, which can cause serious injury or death.

  32. 2021-11-12
  33. HUEU
    Electricalelectric shock

    USB charger · TRAVEL ADAPTER

    The insulation of the product is inadequate. The user could receive an electric shock from accessible (live) parts. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the European…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by HungaryOfficial notice →
  34. 2021-11-05
  35. PTEU
    Vehiclesinjuries

    Passenger car (Volvo) · XC60 and XC90

    There is a risk of turbo charger breakdown, which could damage engine parts and lead to stalling. The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by PortugalVolvoOfficial notice →
  36. 2021-10-29
  37. DEEU
    Otherinjuries

    Lorry (Mercedes-Benz) · Actros, Arocs

    Under dynamic load, a crack in the forged parts of the steering-shaft adapter may spread further over the service life of the vehicle and ultimately lead to breakage. If the steering-shaft adapter were to break, the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by GermanyMercedes-BenzOfficial notice →
  38. CZEU
    Electricalelectric shock

    USB mains charger (C-tech) · Universal 2-ports USB Charger

    The electrical insulation is inadequate and the clearance /creepage distances between the primary and accessible secondary circuits are not sufficient. The user could receive an electric shock from accessible (live)…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by CzechiaC-techOfficial notice →
  39. FIEU
    Electricalelectric shock

    UV equipment for gel nails (SUN2C) · UV LED nail lamp

    The electrical insulation of the charger is inadequate and the clearance /creepage distances between the primary and accessible secondary circuits are not sufficient. The user could receive an electric shock from…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FinlandSUN2COfficial notice →
  40. 2021-10-15
  41. CZEU
    Sports & outdoorelectric shock

    Thermostat (ZUH TOMAR) · Regulator RT-2C

    The power supply cord can be easily pulled out, leaving the wires' live ends accessible. Furthermore, the output socket has no protective contact, and it is possible to connect it with a single pin pole, leaving the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by CzechiaZUH TOMAROfficial notice →
  42. CZEU
    Sports & outdoorelectric shock, fire

    Thermostat (ZUH TOMAR) · Regulator temperatury RT-2

    The power supply cord can be easily pulled out, leaving the wires' live ends accessible. Furthermore, the output socket has no protective contact. A user may touch accessible live parts and receive an electric shock.…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by CzechiaZUH TOMAROfficial notice →