iPhone Charger Recalled in Israel Due to Electrocution and Fire Risk
Translated & summarized from Ice by baba
Israel's Ministry of Economy and Industry has recalled a TREQA CH-9025 20W iPhone charger due to severe safety risks, including electrocution and fire hazards. The charger, imported by "Bakshi Zohar," failed to meet Israeli safety standards in tests by the Israeli Standards Institute. Consumers are urged to stop using the device immediately and contact the importer for a return and refund.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- A TREQA CH-9025 20W iPhone charger is recalled in Israel due to fire and electrocution risks.
- The Ministry of Economy and Industry issued the urgent recall on Monday.
- Tests by the Israeli Standards Institute found the charger fails to meet safety standards.
- Defects include non-heat-resistant casing, potential for short circuits, and inadequate electrical insulation.
- Consumers should stop using the charger and contact importer "Bakshi Zohar" for a refund.
Israel's Ministry of Economy and Industry has issued an urgent recall for a specific iPhone charger model due to serious safety concerns. The announcement, made Monday, calls on consumers who purchased the TREQA CH-9025 20W charger, imported and marketed by "Bakshi Zohar," to immediately stop using it. The recall follows comprehensive laboratory tests conducted by the Israeli Standards Institute on behalf of the supervisor of standards. These tests revealed that the charger fails to meet the requirements of the official Israeli standard for audio/visual equipment, IT, and telecommunications technology safety.
According to the findings, the charger presents significant risks, including a danger of ignition and short circuits. The charger's casing and internal components are not sufficiently heat and fire-resistant, potentially leading to softening or melting of the plastic during operation or malfunction. This could result in electrical shorts, rapid ignition, and fire.
Furthermore, structural defects in the charger's casing and plug pose a direct risk of electrocution when connecting or disconnecting it from a power outlet. The product also failed a dielectric strength test, which verifies that the electrical insulation prevents dangerous current from reaching the user.
Both the Ministry of Economy and Industry and the importer, "Bakshi Zohar," are emphasizing the severe safety hazard and urging anyone possessing this charger model to cease its use immediately. Consumers are advised to contact the importer directly via email at bakshioz91@gmail.com or by phone at 04-6596385 (contact person: Orna) to arrange for the product's return and inquire about refund details. The announcement was made in full coordination with the supervisor of standards at the Ministry of Economy and Industry.
