AUSTRALIAN RECALL ROUND-UP

28 May 2018 – 3 June 2018.

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

General product safety

Mercedes-Benz C Class 204 MY2008-2011 and R Class 251 MY2009-2013 Passenger Cars (extended recall)

Airbag 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.

30 May 2018Read summary →

Computers, laptops and accessories

Panasonic Toughbook Laptop

There is a software configuration issue with the battery pack discharge which causes the battery to potentially overheat.

30 May 2018Read summary →

Power supply and storage

Portable DVD Player 240V Mains Power Adapter

The 240V mains power adapter housing may separate if dropped (the in-car charger is unaffected).

30 May 2018Read summary →