Recall archive/Weekly round-ups/25–31 March 2013
AUSTRALIAN RECALL ROUND-UP

25–31 March 2013.

4 product recalls were published during this week. Review the summaries below, then follow the official source before taking action.

Car parts and accessories

4m 5T Vehicle Recovery Strap

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 the safety hazards when using the product.

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Bicycles and scooters (push)

Porsche Bicycle RS

MT8 disc brake system may malfunction at reduced temperatures, specifically at -10 °C (14 °F) and below. In addition, the brake system may have a reduced service life and can fail suddenly.

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Dummies and soothers

Curaprox Pacifiers

The product does not comply with the requirements of the Consumer Protection Notice No.4 2006. In particular, the product does not have a ring or handle, the dummies are packaged with a strap (in error) and the packaging is not marked with the following statement: WARNING DO NOT TIE SOOTHER AROUND BABY'S NECK AS IT PRESENTS A STRANGULATION DANGER.

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