AUSTRALIAN RECALL ROUND-UP

19–25 May 2014.

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

Other sports equipment

Remington USA - Model 700™ and Model Seven™ Rifles

Remington has determined that some Model 700 and Model Seven rifles with XMP triggers could under certain circumstances, unintentionally discharge. A Remington investigation has determined that some XMP triggers might have excess bonding agent used in the assembly process. Remington is undertaking a recall in the interest of consumer safety.

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Indoor furniture and furnishings

Acrylic Print 90 x 135cm

The hanging hardware for this product may not be suitable for the weight of the acrylic print. Due to this defect the print may detach from the wall.

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Decorations, candles and novelties

Wooden Candle Holder

The candle holders may catch alight as candles burn down to the base, and remain alight for longer than permitted in accordance with the Competition and Consumer Act (2010) Permanent Ban on Combustible Candle Holders.

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Dirt bikes and miniature motorbikes

49cc Petrol Powered "Pocket Motorbike"

The “Pocket Bike” does not comply with the requirements set out in Consumer Protection Notice No. 24 of 2011. There is a permanent ban on miniature motorbikes with unsafe design features.

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Indoor furniture and furnishings

Kiddies Mini Mattress

The cot and cot mattress when used together do not comply with the Australian mandatory safety standard, AS/NZS 2172:2003. Their combined use creates an entrapment space between the side or end of the cot and cot mattress that exceeds the limit stipulated in the Australian Standard.

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