AUSTRALIAN RECALL ROUND-UP

11–17 June 2018.

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

General product safety

Cadillac Escalade 2007 - 2014

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.

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Hazardous materials

LED Keyring Torch

The battery compartment on the torch is not adequately secured with a screw or mechanism, allowing possible access to the button batteries inside.

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Sunglasses and fashion spectacles

Various sunglasses

The products do not comply with the 'Consumer Protection Notice No.13 of 2003 - Consumer product safety standard: Sunglasses and fashion spectacles.' The products do not have appropriate labelling identifying lens category, description or compliance information.

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Pharmacy and medical products

Valpam 5

One batch of Valpam 5 (batch CP218) may contain blister strips with a white Valpam 2mg tablet, instead of a yellow Valpam 5mg tablet.

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