AUSTRALIAN RECALL ROUND-UP23–29 October 2017.
5 product recalls were published during this week. Review the summaries below, then follow the official source before taking action.
CampingIt is a requirement of gas regulation AS/NZS5601.2:2013 that no downward facing flammable material may be within 450mm, taken from the highest part of the highest burner, in the airspace directly above the entire cooking appliance.
Hazardous materialsThe battery compartment cover may be opened, exposing the button batteries inside.
Phones, cameras and accessoriesIn rare cases, if charged and uncharged NiCd batteries are used together, hydrogen gas may be discharged by the batteries. This gas build up in the unit may cause the front to separate from the housing.
Clothing (daywear)In some circumstances, clear buttons located on the waistband may come off during use when the suspenders are attached to the skirt.
Boat parts and accessoriesDue to a manufacturing defect with the vapour separator internal float assembly, affected outboard motors may experience fuel loss from the vapour separator air vent tube.