ARB tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) sensor
Published 22 March 2024
Product
Internal and external tyre pressure monitor sensor. The internal sensor mounts within the tyre and wheel of a vehicle. The external sensor replaces the cap for the tyre valve. Both units record the tyre pressure within the tyre on the vehicle. The tyre pressure sensors contain a CR1632 button battery. Sold in in various kits: • 819103 - TPMS INTERNAL 5 SENSOR SYSTEM • 819103A - TPMS INTERNAL 5 SENSOR SYSTEM • 819104 - TPMS EXTERNAL 4 SENSOR SYSTEM • 819106 - TPMS INTERNAL 2 SENSOR SYSTEM • 819106A - TPMS INTERNAL 2 SENSOR SYSTEM • 819107 - TPMS EXTERNAL 2 SENSOR SYSTEM • 820002 - INTERNAL SENSOR SINGLE
Why it was recalled
The product does not comply with the mandatory information standard for products containing button/coin batteries . The product does not include the required warning information.
Hazard
There is a risk of choking, severe internal burn injuries or death to young children if they gain access to the button/coin batteries and swallow or place them inside their body. Severe or fatal injuries can happen in 2 hours or less. Consumers may not be aware the product contains button batteries.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.