Product Safety Report: Vevor Transmission Jack (2512-0052)
Product Safety Report for Vevor Transmission Jack presenting a serious risk of injuries.
Summary
Product: Vevor Transmission Jack
Hazard: This product presents a serious risk of injuries as the handbrake mechanism, which is designed to secure and hold the load in place, can accidentally release if bumped or touched.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Hand tools/ accessories - Hoists/Winches/Lifts/Jacks (Non-Powered) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Vevor |
| Model | SD0601 |
| Other Product Identifiers | MSGWYYYSQCJHTBID9V0, RVG3355-250711-0076-931 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | An orange manual transmission jack |
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Hazard
This product presents a serious risk of injuries as the handbrake mechanism, which is designed to secure and hold the load in place, can accidentally release if bumped or touched. If someone is working underneath a vehicle supported by this jack and inadvertently contacts the brake, the jack may suddenly release, causing the vehicle to drop and potentially crush the person beneath it.
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 notification number: 2512-0052
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards