AUSTRALIAN RECALL ROUND-UP28 November 2016 – 4 December 2016.
7 product recalls were published during this week. Review the summaries below, then follow the official source before taking action.
Dirt bikes and miniature motorbikesThe affected bikes have a front and rear cable operated braking system which requires manual adjustment and does not comply with Australian Standards - Competition & Consumer Act 2010 - Consumer Protection Notice No.24 of 2011.
Pharmacy and medical productsThe products contain Asarum species, which have been documented to contain aristolochic acids. Asarum species containing aristolochic acid(s) for human therapeutic use are included in Schedule 10 of the Poisons Standard and are not permitted for use in therapeutic goods in Australia.
General product safetyTakata airbag inflator: As it gets older, a combination of heat 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.
General product safetyPresence of an undeclared allergen (sesame).
Boat parts and accessoriesUnder heavy loads or extreme forces the black plastic section of the mechanism may crack.
General product safetyAirbag 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.
Home electrical appliancesThe lamp may have loose connections at the cord line switch.