Hitway · Pedelec

It is not possible to determined based on available documentation that there are sufficient battery protective systems in place to prevent thermal runaway from occurring. If the product is charged and left unattended overnight, a fault may occur potentially leading to the battery exploding and a fire starting. Furthermore, the product's plug is not earthed. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive.

Published: 26 December 2025
Notifying authority: United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

Check the authority measure and original alert.

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Importer. Category of measure(s): Import rejected at border. Date of entry into force: 22/10/2025 · Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Other. Category of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace. Date of entry into force: 28/10/2025

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: SR/04445/25
Model: 18650-13S6P, BK15, FY1695463000

Classification

Category: Machinery
Risk type: Fire
Country of origin: People's Republic of China

Product description

Electric bicycle with detachable wheels and power supply. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASIN: B0BZHFRSH6).