AUSTRALIAN RECALL ROUND-UP6–12 November 2017.
10 product recalls were published during this week. Review the summaries below, then follow the official source before taking action.
Pharmacy and medical productsIt has been identified that some bottles from these batches may be contaminated with dark particles of silica, presumably released from the desiccant cylinder that is placed inside the bottle to keep the contents dry and protected from moisture. The particles may be large enough to see as specks or appear as a dust that discolours the tablets themselves and/or the inside of the bottle.
Indoor furniture and furnishingsThe chairs may experience structural failure and the legs may break during use.
Quadbikes and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs)Under certain circumstances heat from the exhaust can melt the splash panels located behind the seats.
Gas products and appliancesAffected models have holes in the vertical dividers between sections of the external storage compartment where LPG cylinders are kept. It is a requirement of Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 5601.2 Gas installations, Part 2: LP Gas installations in caravans and boats for non-propulsive purposes that the cylinder compartment is separated from the general storage area by a vertical divider that is sealed to the sides and floor of the compartment.
Kitchenware and containersThe mug could crack when exposed to hot liquid.
Fireplaces and burnersThe product fails the warning labelling requirements of the Consumer Goods (Decorative Alcohol Fuelled Devices) Safety Standard 2017, that advise consumers of the dangers of filling an alcohol fuelled device when lit.
Cosmetic productsProduct may be contaminated with bacteria. If the product comes in contact with the eyes, it could lead to eye irritation.
Food and grocery packagingThe jelly cups contain konjac. Jelly cups containing konjac are permanently banned in Australia.
Power supply and storageProducts do not comply with Electrical Safety Standards.
Car parts and accessoriesRhino Rack has identified that some roof rack kits may contain one or more incorrect legs. The incorrect legs do not have the appropriate “lip” in their profile to help create clamping pressure to the vehicle roof.