Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
This warning could save your home - or your life.
Certain UPP e-bike batteries (models U004 and U004-1) are deemed to pose a serious fire risk according to the Government. Find out how to check your battery, stay safe and dispose of affected models safely and responsibly.
We've identified dangerous UPP (unit pack power) e-bike batteries still being sold privately across the UK – despite the issue of a Government withdrawal notice in January 2024, stating that the UPP battery posed a serious risk of fire.
If you own an e-bike, we urge you to check your battery today.
Find out more information and what to do if you own one of these batteries: electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk/upp-battery
This warning could save your home - or your life.
Certain UPP e-bike batteries (models U004 and U004-1) are deemed to pose a serious fire risk according to the Government. Find out how to check your battery, stay safe and dispose of affected models safely and responsibly.
We've identified dangerous UPP (unit pack power) e-bike batteries still being sold privately across the UK – despite the issue of a Government withdrawal notice in January 2024, stating that the UPP battery posed a serious risk of fire.
If you own an e-bike, we urge you to check your battery today.
Find out more information and what to do if you own one of these batteries: electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk/upp-battery
