AUSTRALIAN PRODUCT RECALL

Alemlube Tyre Gauge Digital - 51114

Published 26 September 2023

Product

The Product is a tyre inflation and deflation device for automotive, transport, construction and minesite workshops. The product is manufactured from alloy and with a backlit digital display protected by a rubber casing. Powered by two CR2032 batteries, the digital pressure display indicates a measuring range with a battery life of around 140 working hours. 

Why it was recalled

The product does not comply with the mandatory standards for products containing button/coin batteries. The button/coin batteries are not adequately secured and are accessible by young children. The product does not include the required warning information.

Hazard

There is a risk of choking or serious injury if young children gain access to the button/coin batteries and swallow or place them inside their body. Once inside the body, severe or fatal injuries can happen in 2 hours or less. Consumers may be unaware that the product contains button batteries. 

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Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.