SPEED SPRINT · Radio-controlled toy car

The product poses a risk of electric shock because the transformer has inadequate strength. In addition, the transformer does not bear the required markings and symbols. The instruction manual does not refer to the use of the transformer. This can lead to inadvertent misuse creating a hazardous situation. The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and the relevant European standard EN 61558.

Published: 25 April 2008
Notifying authority: United Kingdom
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

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Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Other. Category of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importer. Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.. Date of entry into force: Unknown

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: 0469/08
Model: Model on outer carton VH-L1 No markings on product itself.

Classification

Category: Toys
Risk type: Electric shock
Country of origin: People's Republic of China

Product description

The toy car is also described as a "Toy Truck". It comes in a variety of colours. The packaging clearly states that this item is not a toy. The outer box has a symbol similar to the symbol used for products that are not suitable for children under 36 months, with "0-36" substituted with "14". Packaging: a box containing the product inside a plain cardboard box.