5 Ton Hydraulic Bottle Jack
Published 27 February 2019
Product
Vehicle jack used for supporting a vehicle off the ground, to assist with vehicle maintenance or access.
Why it was recalled
The product does not comply with the performance or labelling requirements of the mandatory standard 'Consumer Protection Notice No. 1 of 2010 - Consumer Product Safety Standard: Vehicle Jacks'. The incorrect labelling on the product or packaging may result in misuse of the product and the pressure relief valve for the overload protection may not activate as it should.
Hazard
Incorrect use of the vehicle jack due to incorrect labelling or even with correct use, may lead to a vehicle collapsing on a consumer causing severe injury or even death.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.