188 archived Australian notices, each linked to its official Product Safety Australia source. The page updates automatically when new notices arrive.
Due to a manufacturing fault the lower ball joint can separate from the lower control arm during use leading to loss of vehicle steering control. Drivers may notice a knocking noise from the front of the vehicle during normal driving and/or cornering.
The bike rack wheel holder may bend if used to carry heavier e-bikes and cause the bikes to detach from the rack.
Due to a manufacturing fault, the internal components can short-circuit during normal use. The battery charger is not registered with the Electrical Equipment Safety System (EESS).
The tyre may be more susceptible to cuts and partial penetrations when used in rugged and wet environments, which may lead to oxidisation of the tyre belt, tread separation and rapid air loss in the tyre. This may also present as a tyre bulge, tread deformation on the tread surface of the affected tyre.
Due to a manufacturing defect, the affected brake discs may be missing rivets and cause the car to skid during braking or brake over a longer distance.
This product may not operate effectively in the event of a collision.
This product does not comply with the mandatory standard for child restraints for use in motor vehicles .
The stitching of the seatbelt may come apart and separate from the buckle.
These seatbelt adjuster clamps may position the lap belt over the abdomen.
The loom connector to the light may not be fully engaged and could allow water to enter the wiring loom connector.
The split pin that holds the ball stud in place has not been provided. The cap can come loose, allowing the ball stud to separate.
Takata airbag inflators are subject to a compulsory recall . Airbag inflator: As the airbag gets older, a combination of high temperatures and humidity can cause the airbag inflator propellant to degrade.
The ball joint and outer arm may not be welded correctly, causing the ball joint to separate from the control arm.
Affected UCAs may separate while in use which could lead to a loss of control of the vehicle.
The stitching of the seatbelt may come apart and separate from the buckle.
The bottom enclosure or base plate of the ECU is faulty, which can cause an internal electrical short circuit.
The product does not comply with the mandatory standards for button/coin batteries . The button/coin battery packaging is not resistant to being opened by young children, does not release only a single battery at a time and does not include the required warning information.
The roof rack mount brackets may fail and the roof rack may detach from the roof while vehicle in use.
The products do not comply with the mandatory standard for recovery straps for motor vehicles. The product does not include the required warning information on the straps, packaging and instructions for use.
The fuel filter’s thread is too long, creating a gap when fitted and allowing fuel to leak.
The product does not comply with the mandatory safety standard for products containing button/coin batteries . The button/coin battery compartment is not adequately secured and can be accessible to young children.
The supplied bolts used to secure the ball joint of the steering and suspension unit may shear or snap and cause the wheels collapse into the guard.
The remote control does not comply with the mandatory information standard for products containing button/coin batteries . The product was supplied without the required warning information.
The products may not comply with the mandatory standard for recovery straps for motor vehicles . Products included in this recall do not have the required warnings that are pictured above. These warnings are required to be permanently attached to the snatch strap. A sheet containing required instructions for use is also missing from the product.
Welds in the product may fail or break causing the arm of the bracket and wheel to bend away from the vehicle or detach from the vehicle completely.
Contaminants such as dirt and road grime may enter the ball joint housing through the rubber boot, causing premature wear and failure.
This product does not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard for portable ramps for vehicles . The ramps have not been provided with required instructions and required safety labels are not on the ramps
The product was sold without the warning information required for products containing button/coin batteries.
The product does not comply with the mandatory standard for trolley jacks . Warning notice labelling does not include the full key warning that the product is to be used on flat, hard, level ground.
The product was sold without the warning information that is required for products containing button/coin batteries.
The product does not comply with the mandatory standard for trolley jacks . Warning notice labelling does not include the full key warning that the product is to be used on flat, hard, level ground.
These car stands do not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard for vehicle support stands . The stands do not support the advertised weight capacity.
The quad connect may overheat and ignite.
The internal circuit board of the remote control can corrode if exposed to water. If corrosion of the circuit board occurs, the winch can cause the cable to stop, wind up or release unexpectedly.
The internal circuit board of the remote control can corrode if exposed to water. Corrosion of the remote control’s circuit board may cause the winch’s cable to stop, wind up or release unexpectedly.
The brake pads with formula number M7260 contain asbestos. There is a risk of exposure to asbestos fibres when removing or maintaining the brake pads. The only affected formula number is M7260, any other formula number different to this, does not contain asbestos.
Mounts produced in 2021 have been incorrectly manufactured which can lead to the chassis mount cracking when used in rough conditions.
The left and right tow-bar attachment bracket may crack causing the tow-bar to detach from the vehicle.
The bolts that secure the hitch receiver to the tow bar, may have a different thread to the nuts in the tow bar and may loosen. On the Amarok application, the bolts may “bottom out” before fully tightening.
The products do not comply with the mandatory standard for recovery straps for motor vehicles . The products do not have the required warning labels.
The product has not been tested against the mandatory standard for trolley jacks in Australia.
Due to an issue during manufacturing, the clutch kit may fail during use.
A design flaw in the jump start pack allows cables to be inserted into the wrong output port. Incorrectly charging the device will lead to product damage.
The centre bore locating ring may not be suitable size for the wheel, which may cause the ring to wear over time and the wheel to loosen.
The product does not comply with the Australian electrical safety standard. The charging socket version fails to meet the certification and labelling requirements and the product is not certified for use in Australia.
Due to a manufacturing error in the release box (Camloc), the harness straps may not release when the release button is pressed.
The product's O-ring does not completely seal. Fuel may leak from the petrol tank while it is being filled.
Due to a manufacturing error, the wall section of the disc brake rotor may not be thick enough in the neck area, which may crack.
The seat belt may separate from the anchor that holds the buckle to the seat.
The products do not comply with the labelling requirements of the mandatory standard 'Consumer Goods (Motor Vehicle Recovery Straps) Safety Standard 2017'.
The bolts that attach the awning to the vehicle's roof may shear off, causing the awning to detach from the vehicle.
Product marked ASR3000-V2 may have a pawl and ratchet mechanism with a latch that is either loose or that has not been cast correctly.
Due to incompatibility between the front suspension struts and the vehicle top mount, the strut pins may fatigue under maximum steering, and break.
Due to a manufacturing defect, the tyre sidewall may break or degrade. This may lead to rapid pressure loss or reduced performance in the tyre.
Due to a manufacturing issue, there may be weld separation on the right hand side of the towbar attachment bracket. As a result, the towbar cross member and bracket could separate and the towbar could detach from the vehicle.
The tyres may develop bulges and separation of the tyre sidewall may occur. This may lead to rapid pressure loss or reduced performance in the tyre.
The light fitting or pin switch inside the canopy may have been incorrectly assembled.
The thread pitch of the screws does not fully match the thread pitch of the bearing. Therefore, the wheel bearing may not be properly secured to the vehicle.
The child resistant cap on the product may not close properly as the cap thread and bottle neck thread may not align correctly, preventing the cap from tightening.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard 'Consumer Goods (Portable Ramps for Vehicles) Safety Standard 2017'. The ramps do not have sufficient roll-off or overloading protection and were not sold with the required instructions and safety markings.
The jack provided with the Nissan F16 Juke MY2020 does not comply with the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks 'Trade Practices Act 1974 Consumer Protection Notice No. 1 of 2010 Consumer Product Safety Standard for Vehicle Jacks'. The jack label does not include the required safety markings showing the model or model designations of vehicles for the jack's intended use (clause 7.1.2(b)). The jack is not labelled as being for the F16 Juke.
A gasket in the parking leg contains chrysotile asbestos.
A manufacturing defect may cause the jack’s welded nut to strip the thread from the screw when lifting a vehicle, this may lead to the jack collapsing.
A separation of the tyre sidewall may occur. This may lead to rapid pressure loss or reduced performance in the tyre.
Due to an improper hardening procedure during manufacture, the product may fail, causing vehicle suspension failure.
Due to a software issue, if the security system is installed in ‘Factory Upgrade Mode’ (only operated with a car factory remote), the security alarm can be armed while the engine is on.
The trolley jack does not comply with the durability requirements of the mandatory standard 'Consumer Goods (Trolley Jacks) Safety Standard 2017'. The lift piston may seize during use.
The kit's bolts are too small and may result in the kit not being properly secured to the roof of the vehicle. This may cause the kit and any items attached to it to become detached from the roof.
The electronic relay located in the front of the evaporator assembly may fail.
At loads exceeding 1.2 tonne seat belt strain, the seat belt mounting point may fail, resulting in the seat belt buckle breaking loose. The product does not meet the required Australian Design Rule 'Vehicle Standard (ADR 3/03 - Seats and Seat Anchorages) 2006.’
Due to improper manufacturing, the brake disc rotor hub wall may not be thick enough in the neck area, which may crack.
The plastic spray tube supplied with the products may have been damaged, resulting in perforation of the tube.
Due to improper manufacturing, the disc brake rotor hub may crack.
Due to incorrect wiring, all lights on the trailer become inoperative when the vehicle ignition is off, including the hazard and brake lights.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard 'Consumer Goods (Trolley Jacks) Safety Standard 2017'. The overload protection does not meet Australian standards. Incorrect labelling on the product or packaging may result in misuse of the product.
The products are not marked with the appropriate operating instructions and the operating manuals are missing some of the required information.
The products are not marked with the appropriate operating instructions and the operating manuals are missing some of the required information.
The products do 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 overload protection does not meet Australian standards. Incorrect labelling on the product or packaging may result in misuse of the product.
The security arm on the Bike Carrier Adaptor could open, causing the bike to fall off the bike carrier rack.
If the disc brake rotor experiences a rapid change in temperature, such as during high speed braking in motorsports or similar extreme driving conditions, the rotor may fracture and separate, which may result in brake failure.
The product does not comply with the labelling requirements of the mandatory standard 'Consumer Goods (Trolley Jacks) Safety Standard 2017'. The incorrect labelling on the product or packaging may result in misuse of the product.
The vehicle jack does not comply with the labelling requirements of the mandatory standard 'Consumer Goods (Trolley Jacks) Safety Standard 2017'. The incorrect labelling on the vehicle jack or packaging may result in misuse of the product.
Due to an improper setup of programming equipment for the Gear Shift Unit (GSU) stroke sensor, this may prevent the automated manual transmission from changing gears.
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. The overload protection does not meet Australian standards.
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 label has a surface which can absorb grease. Incorrect labelling on the product or packaging may result in misuse of the product and the jacks do not reach 200% of the nominated capacity.
The products are not marked with the appropriate operating instructions and the operating manuals are missing some of the required information.
The tyre's side wall may fail and lose air if used under inflated or overloaded.
The 1800kg Torin Blackjack Trolley Jack does not comply with the labelling requirements of the mandatory standard 'Consumer Goods (Trolley Jacks) Safety Standard 2017'. The 2000kg, 6000kg and 8000kg Torin Blackjack Bottle Jacks do not comply with the labelling requirements of the mandatory standard 'Consumer Protection Notice No. 1 of 2010 - Consumer Product Safety Standard: Vehicle Jacks'. The 2000kg and 4000kg Torin Blackjack Axle Stands do not comply with the labelling and information requirements of the voluntary Australian/New Zealand standard 'AS/NZS 2538:2004 Vehicle Support Stands'. This may lead to the product being used incorrectly.
Renolit Snow White Petroleum Jelly was packed into 2.5kg packaging labelled as Renolit EP 2.
The product does not comply with the performance or labelling requirements of the mandatory standard 'Consumer Goods (Vehicle Support Stands) Safety Standard 2017' or 'Consumer Protection Notice No. 12 of 2008'.
The spare part ignition switch may have imperfections in its ball springs. In the long term these imperfections may result in the failure of the ignition switch, which may cause the key position to inadvertently move from the "ON" position to the "ACC" position while the car is moving.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard 'Consumer Goods (Trolley Jacks) Safety Standard 2017'. The labels do not contain some of the required information. One batch 7074142018 does not comply with the overload capacity tests of the standard.
The product does not comply with the labelling requirements of the mandatory standard 'Consumer Goods (Trolley Jacks) Safety Standard 2017'. Incorrect labelling on the product or packaging may result in misuse of the product.
A premature wheel bearing failure occurred where Liplex Plus EP 2 was the grease used in the wheel hub assembly. Caltex is investigating the wheel bearing failure to ascertain its cause.
The product does not comply with the performance or labelling requirements of the mandatory standard 'Consumer Goods (Trolley Jacks) Safety Standard 2017'. When tested, the product collapsed using only 1800 kg, and there was insufficient hazard warning labelling on the product.
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. The overload protection is not to Australian standards.
The product does not comply with the performance or labelling requirements of the mandatory standard 'Consumer Goods (Trolley Jacks) Safety Standard 2017'. The product fails to comply with overload capacity tests and the incorrect labelling on the product or packaging may result in misuse of the product.
Product packaged incorrectly and only contains seat covers suitable for installation on one side of the vehicle instead of a separate seat cover for the driver's seat and the passenger seat. Installation of a seat cover on the wrong side may inhibit airbag deployment.
This product does not comply with the mandatory standard 'Consumer Goods (Trolley Jacks) Safety Standard 2017'. When tested, the product collapsed using only 1800 kg, and there is insufficient hazard warning labelling on the product.
The product does not meet the requirements of the mandatory standard 'Consumer Protection Notice No. 12 of 2008, Consumer Product Safety Standard for Vehicle Support Stands'. Some products in this range may have a faulty latch that is either loose or has not been cast correctly.
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.
Some connectors may have been incorrectly wired. The black negative wire has been wired to the positive (+) socket. The red positive wire has been wired to the negative (-) socket.
The product does not comply with the requirements of mandatory standard 'Consumer Goods (Portable Ramps for Vehicles) Safety Standard 2017'. The ramp may deform significantly when overloaded.
The product does not meet the requirements of the mandatory standard 'Consumer Protection Notice No. 12 of 2008, Consumer Product Safety Standard for Vehicle Support Stands'. The product was sold without the instruction manual and an incomplete label. The jack stand's label is missing some of the required information.
Internal defects have been identified in the seatbelt anchorage bolts (specification 7/16UNF x38mm Grade 5 anchorage bolt) that may cause the bolt to crack in certain conditions. The Seatbelt Anchorage Bolts are included in certain APV Safety Products Aftermarket Seatbelt Kits sold from 17 July 2018 to 19 January 2019.
Where the installation has not been carried out in accordance with the product manual, using dedicated wiring from a single battery supply, there is potential at any time for no trailer brake output indicated by a flashing yellow/red warning lamp.
The portable ramp was supplied without instructions for use and labelled markings on the product itself. The product does not comply with the labelling requirements of mandatory standard AS/NZS 2640:1994 Portable ramps for vehicles.
The seat belts can not effectively prevent injury in a car accident.
On certain Jacks, the supplied label does not comply with the mandatory standard ‘Consumer Goods (Trolley Jacks) Safety Standard 2017’. The jack label is missing some of the required information.
The affected tyres were manufactured with a defect in the tread due to a manufacturing irregularity.
Under extreme conditions, the bottom part of the shock absorber may hit the control arm of the vehicle. This may cause the piston rod inside the shock absorber to break.
The main column may fracture, rather than bend, if a load is dropped on its outer most edge.
Airbag inflator: As it gets older, a combination of high temperatures and humidity can cause the airbag inflator propellant to degrade. If an affected vehicle is involved in a collision triggering the airbag, the metal inflator housing may explode/rupture under too much internal pressure.
Product Serial number is missing or illegible on the product label and is not compliant with the relevant mandatory safety standard.
The side panel of the seat cover may not come apart to allow the airbag to deploy correctly.
Airbag inflator: As it gets older, a combination of high temperatures and humidity can cause the airbag inflator propellant to degrade. If an affected vehicle is involved in a collision triggering the airbag, the metal inflator housing may explode/rupture under too much internal pressure.
Saddlebag latching arm may become disengaged from the mounting plate/bracket and not adequately secure the saddlebag to the motorcycle during use.
The hydraulic trolley jack is supplied with a rubber head cap, which makes it non-compliant with the mandatory standard 'Consumer Goods (Trolley Jacks) Safety Standard 2017'.
Base plate may bend under load.
The affected tyres were manufactured with an incorrect rubber compound on the belt wire which may result in poor adhesion of the rubber to the belt wires.
The vehicle recovery strap does not comply with the labelling requirements of the Consumer Goods (Motor Vehicle Recovery Straps) Safety Standard 2017 or the Trade Practices (Consumer Product Safety Standard) (Motor Vehicle Recovery Straps) Regulations 2010 (Cth).
The warning label attached to the product contains a typographical error. The warning label contains the line 'A standard tow ball or vehicle tie-down point is 'now' designed for this purpose and may result in the strap or vehicle component detaching from a vehicle and striking and seriously injuring or killing a person.' The actual wording should be: 'A standard tow ball or vehicle tie-down point is 'not' designed for this purpose and may result in the strap or vehicle component detaching from a vehicle and striking and seriously injuring or killing a person.'
In certain circumstances, the shock absorber could fail and cause potential separation of suspension components.
The strap failed to comply with the labelling requirements of the Trade Practices (Consumer Product Safety Standard) (Motor Vehicle Recovery Straps) Regulations 2010. Information about the strap's minimum breaking strength is not included on the label.
The product does not meet the requirements of the mandatory standard 'Consumer Protection Notice No. 12 of 2008, Consumer Product Safety Standard for Vehicle Support Stands'. The product may buckle during use.
The product may not have undergone the induction (hardening) procedure during manufacture. This may cause suspension failure while the vehicle is in motion.
Rhino Rack has identified that some roof rack kits may contain one or more incorrect legs. The incorrect legs do not have the appropriate “lip” in their profile to help create clamping pressure to the vehicle roof.
There is a risk of the axle failing at the junction where the cast insert arm enters the axle.
In some circumstances the product's battery component may overheat after jumpstarting a vehicle.
Certain vehicle jacks, sold by HSPO as service replacements for the RG Colorado, Colorado 7 and TrailBlazer, may not have been fitted with the required AS/NZS2693 label which describes the safe and correct usage of the jack.
Manifold gasket contains chrysotile asbestos.
Affected vehicle jacks do not comply with the labelling or instruction requirements in the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks, which is based on the Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2693:2007 because the prescribed safety information and warnings were not included on either the packaging or the jack itself.
Product labelling on the outer packaging is not compliant with the relevant mandatory safety standard. Inner labels and instructions for use are compliant with the requirements of the mandatory standard.
Product labelling on the outer cardboard packaging is not compliant with the relevant mandatory safety standard. Inner labels and instructions for use are compliant with the requirements of the mandatory standard.
The product may have been incorrectly filled with a grease that is not suitable for the natural rubber components of automotive braking systems.
The product does not comply with the labelling requirements of mandatory standard AS/NZS 2640:1994 Portable ramps for vehicles.
Glass used in the rear screen was not correctly toughened and may not shatter according to the requirements of the Australian Design Rules.
Trailers fitted with 50mm x 75mm rectangular drawbar may not comply with the Australian Design Rules (ADR) required specifications due to the strength of the material used.
Affected vehicle jacks do not comply with the labelling or instruction requirements in the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks, which is based on the Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2693:2007 because the prescribed safety information and warnings were not included on either the packaging or the jack itself.
Hardness and tensile strength of the casting is low, causing potential for cracking and failure of the wheel rim.
Affected trolley jacks may not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard for trolley jacks (based on the Australian/New Zealand, AS / NZS 2615-2004) in relation to Clause 6.2 Durability.
Affected vehicle jacks do not comply with the labelling or instruction requirements in the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks, which is based on the Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2693:2007 because the prescribed safety information and warnings were not included on either the packaging or the jack itself.
Potential non-compliance to ADR 13/00 line of sight and visibility requirements for side indicator lamp caused by an error in the installation procedure.
The product does not comply with the performance requirements of mandatory standard AS/NZS 2640:1994 Portable ramps for vehicles.
The clamping mechanism, which is intended to secure the bike fork to the carrier, may fail. This could lead to the bike not being properly secured to the bike carrier and the bike coming loose from the carrier during transport.
The product does not comply with the performance and labeling requirements of mandatory standard AS/NZS 2640:1994 Portable ramps for vehicles.
In some circumstances, the ball joints will fail, causing potential separation of ball joint components.
There may be an issue with the thread on the cap. As a result, the cap may come away from the cooling system tank during normal operating conditions.
Affected high lift vehicle jacks do not comply with the labelling or instructions required in the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks, which is based on the Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2693:2007.
The jumpstart’s lithium battery can overheat.
Bridgestone has detected that some of these tyres may exhibit an issue with the tread / belt leading to possible rapid loss of air pressure.
The packaging may fail, causing the can to leak or burst.
If broken, glass may not meet fragmentation requirements of the ECE43 Standard because it will break into larger pieces than the standard requires.
Potential risk of a minor quantity of bonded asbestos in the brake shoe lining.
It has been found that some vehicles with a vehicle jack that does not comply with the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks AS/NZS 2693:2007, due to incorrect labeling.
Recent testing has detected the presence of chrysotile asbestos (white asbestos) in these front brake pads. The importation of asbestos or goods containing asbestos into Australia is prohibited under the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956 (Customs Prohibited Import Regulations).
A manufacturing defect has resulted in the through holes on the Power Circuit Board becoming compromised and “open” over time due to a lack of proper thickness in the copper insulation in the walls of the through holes.
The jack does not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks, which is based on the Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2693:2007.
Affected high lift vehicle jacks do not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks, which is based on the Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2693:2007.
Affected high lift vehicle jacks do not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks, which are based on the Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2693:2007.
Affected high lift vehicle jacks do not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks, which is based on the Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2693:2007.
During production some materials used were not to the correct specifications. Under certain circumstances the tow ball mount can break at the bend next to the tow ball.
Affected high lift vehicle jacks do not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks, which is based on the Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2693:2007.
The steering arm ball may become loose in the steering arm.
The snatch straps failed to meet the requirement stated on their product labels.
Affected high lift vehicle jacks do not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks, which is based on the Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2693:2007.
Affected high lift vehicle jacks do not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks, which is based on the Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2693:2007.
Affected high lift vehicle jacks do not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks, which is based on the Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2693:2007.
Affected high lift vehicle jacks do not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks, which is based on the Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2693:2007.
Affected high lift vehicle jacks do not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks, which is based on the Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2693:2007.
One of the towbar fitting components may be incorrect (spacer tube) and may cause movement between the towbar arm and vehicle chassis. Continual movement between the towbar arm and chassis may cause damage to the vehicle chassis.
The product does not comply with the mandatory standard for motor vehicle recovery straps. It has an inadequate warning label and may not make the user aware of safety hazards when using the product.
During internal crash tests of the seat systems it was found that under these specific test set-ups cracks can occur in the seat shell in the area of the front fixation to the steel adapter connecting the seat with the vehicle floor.
The caliper seal does not meet specification and as a result the caliper will leak brake fluid. If the caliper is not removed from the vehicle the brakes will fail.
In some tyres the tread and/or belt may separate, possibly resulting in loss of air pressure.
Affected jacks do not comply with the labelling requirements of the mandatory standard for trolley jacks (based on the Australian/New Zealand Standard : AS/NZS 2615-2004) or the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks (based on the Australian/New Zealand Standard : AS/NZS 2693-2007) as they do not have the correct warning label attached to the product.
Affected jacks do not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard for trolley jacks (based on the Australian/New Zealand Standard: AS/NZS 2615-2004) as they do not have a warning label attached to the product.
Affected jack stands do not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks (based on the Australian/New Zealand Standard: AS/NZS 2693) as they do not have a warning label attached to the product.
In some circumstances the arms are snapping at one end.
The trolley jack failed to comply with the mandatory requirements of the Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2516:2004 Hydraulic Trolley Jacks.
The fitting kits for the Whispbar and Tradebar roof racks can become loose and detach from the roof of an affected vehicle.
The affected tyre may have been produced with irregular geometry in the lower sidewall above the tyre bead area.
Affected jacks may not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard for trolley jacks (based on the Australian/New Zealand Standard: AS/NZS 2615-2004) in relation to the following clauses: 5.4a - Head Cap 5.5 - Overload Protection 6.4 - Loss of Height Under Load 6.7 - Eccentric Load Test
The affected jacks may not comply with the mandatory standard for trolley jacks AS/NZS 2615-2004 with relation to: -Clause 5.5 Overload protection -Clause 6.6 Overload test -Clause 6.7 Y Eccentric load test Point Y
Affected jacks may not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard for trolley jacks (based on the Australian/New Zealand, AS/NZS 2615-2004) in relation to: - Clause 6.7 eccentric load Batch No. 4502472625 may also not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard for trolley jacks (based on the Australian/New Zealand standard, AS/NZS 2615-2004) in relation to: - Clause 5.5 overload protection
Affected jacks may not comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard for trolley jacks (based on the Australian/New Zealand, AS/NZS 2615-2004) in relation to: - Clause 5.5 Overload protection - Clause 6.7 Eccentric load
The product may fail under load.
Tyres included in the recall, if affected by the potential safety issue, may experience in-service belt and tread separations.