AUSTRALIAN RECALL ROUND-UP

16–22 June 2014.

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

Stuffed and plush toys

Jamie’s Garden Plush Toys – All Characters

All eight characters may liberate stuffing during use and the hands and feet are small parts that are inadequately attached, presenting a potential choking hazard. In addition, the bean character incorporates a wire that may protrude through the fabric and cause puncture injuries.

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Quadbikes and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs)

TRX500FE / FM All-Terrain Vehicles

The affected VIN range has been expanded and some faulty shafts may have been missed. Some of the Steering Shafts fitted to these models may have been damaged during the manufacturing process, causing a slight bending and possible cracking of the shaft. Please note this campaign has been reported previously, and some units may have already been inspected.

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Home electrical appliances

Kuchef Thermo Cook

If overloaded, the product may restart at a higher speed potentially causing hot food to be ejected.

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Clothing (sleepwear)

Peppa Pig Sleepsuit and Pyjamas

The bows on these garments do not comply with the mandatory standard for children's nightwear and limited daywear, AN/NZS 1249:2003, as amended by regulation.

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Motorcycle parts and accessories

2014 Touring & Touring CVO ABS Brake Line

Harley-Davidson Motor Company, lnc. has determined that some of these motorcycles may have been assembled with a front brake line in a position where it could become pinched between the fuel tank and the frame, either at original assembly or in subsequent service activity. If this condition remains undetected it could cause front brake fluid pressure to increase while riding, possibly resulting in a front wheel lock-up.

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