Product Safety Report: Jorvik Electric Tricycle JMT6-500 (2301-0010)

Product Safety Report for Jorvik Electric Tricycle presenting a serious risk of injuries and a risk of electric shock and fire.

Summary

Product: Jorvik Electric Tricycle JMT6-500

Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of injuries due to the potential for the product to operate at excessive speeds and a risk of electric shock and fire due to the potential for moisture ingress.

Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.

Product information

Type Machinery - Electric Tricycle
Brand Jorvik
Model JMT6-500
Barcode SS2103000066820
Country of Origin China
Product Description Electric tricycle with battery motor and charging plug.
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Hazard

The product has been identified as presenting a serious risk of injuries as it can operate at excessive speeds (above 25kph). The product also presents risks of electric shock and fire a the EPAC control unit did not have adequate moisture ingress protection, which could allow water to come into contact with internal electrical components.

The product also required improvements to marking, labelling, and documentation.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2301-0010

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Published 18 January 2023