Product Safety Report: Hitway BK15 Electric Bike sold via Amazon (2511-0092)
Product Safety Report for Hitway BK15 Electric Bike presenting a serious risk of fire.
Summary
Product: Hitway BK15 Electric Bike sold via Amazon
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire as there is no evidence that sufficient battery protective systems are in place, and it is supplied with a plug that does not meet the requirements of the relevant standard.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Product information
| Type | Hobby/Sports Equipment - Cycles (Powered) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Hitway |
| Model | BK15 |
| Battery Charger Model | FY1695463000 |
| Battery | 18650-13S6P |
| Amazon ASIN | B0BZHFRSH6 |
| Additional Product Identifiers | EU-KM-FQF-1, 000785, No: WBT-DE-TD-50307, Paravol. PAG1194153 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | An electric bike with detachable wheels and power supply. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire as there is no evidence that it has sufficient battery protective systems in place. There is no evidence to demonstrate that the product has been assessed using relevant UK conformity assessment procedures, and no valid documentation was supplied. There is a lack of labelling, marking and warnings, and the product was supplied with a plug that is not earthed nor compliant with the relevant standard, BS 1363.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 or the Plugs and Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2511-0092
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards