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🧸 Product UNITED KINGDOM IN RESPEC May 8, 2026

GVKRLXZ — AC Adapter

AC adaptor laptop-style charger, with a wall plug. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
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GVKRLXZ — AC Adapter
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Burns, Electric shock, Fire
Category
Electrical appliances and equipment
Hazard
The product's fuse is incorrectly rated and may not operate as intended to prevent overheating, which could lead to explosion, fire, and burns to the user. Moreover, the dimensions of the mains plug are incorrect and the insulation between the input and output circuits is insufficient. The user can therefore receive an electric shock.
Origin
People's Republic of China

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • ▸ (to: Importer) Import rejected at border
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Archived (older alert)
This alert was reported 127 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
📈 Timeline
5 days in total
May 17, 2026 May 22, 2026

What is this? This is a power adapter made by the brand GVKRLXZ. It is used to plug electrical devices into wall sockets.

What's happening? The adapter has two problems. Its fuse is wrong and may not stop overheating. Also, its plug is the wrong size.

Does this affect me? If you own or use this adapter in the United Kingdom, you could be at risk of burns, electric shock, or fire.

What should I do? Stop using it right away. Ask a pharmacist or doctor if you feel unsafe or need help.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Brand(s) / product name(s)
GVKRLXZ
Agency-published detail

Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Burns, Electric shock, Fire · Category: Electrical appliances and equipment · Hazard: The product's fuse is incorrectly rated and may not operate as intended to prevent overheating, which could lead to explosion, fire, and burns to the user. Moreover, the dimensions of the mains plug are incorrect and the insulation between the input and output circuits is insufficient. The user can therefore receive an electric shock. · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
May 8, 2026
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098789

All information on this page comes from the official agency notice. We translate and summarise it; we don't add or edit facts.

❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this product recall alert about?
GVKRLXZ — AC Adapter. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Burns, Electric shock, Fire · Category: Electrical appliances and equipment · Hazard: The product's fuse is incorrectly rated and may not operate as intended to prevent overheating, which could lead to explosion, fire, and burns to the user. Moreo...
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 8, 2026 by EU Safety Gate.
▸ Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to UNITED KINGDOM IN RESPEC.
▸ How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
▸ What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
▸ Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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