TORNADO 120000 T120A Smart Programmable Battery Charger Recalled Due to Fire Risk

What Happened

Topdon Australia Pty Ltd has announced a recall of the TORNADO 120000 T120A smart programmable battery charger. Due to a manufacturing fault, the internal components of the device can short-circuit during normal use. Additionally, the battery charger is not registered with the Electrical Equipment Safety System (EESS).

Which Products Are Affected

The recall affects the following product:

• Product Name: TORNADO 120000 T120A smart programmable battery charger and voltage stabiliser
• Model Number: TORNADO120000 T120A
• Description: A battery charger and voltage stabiliser designed for vehicles with 12V batteries.

What You Should Do

Consumers should immediately stop using the battery charger and disconnect it from any power source. The product should be returned to the place of purchase to receive a full refund or a replacement battery charger once they become available.

For further information, consumers can contact Topdon Australia Pty Ltd via email at support.au@topdon.com or visit their website at https://au.topdon.com/.

Why This Matters

This recall is critical as the internal short-circuiting fault poses a direct risk of fire or serious injury to consumers during the product’s normal operation.

Source

ACCC Product Safety Recall