AUSTRALIAN RECALL ROUND-UP11–17 June 2018.
7 product recalls were published during this week. Review the summaries below, then follow the official source before taking action.
General product 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.
General product safetyThe recall is due to potential microbial contamination.
Car parts and accessoriesProduct Serial number is missing or illegible on the product label and is not compliant with the relevant mandatory safety standard.
Hazardous materialsThe battery compartment on the torch is not adequately secured with a screw or mechanism, allowing possible access to the button batteries inside.
Sunglasses and fashion spectaclesThe 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.
Pharmacy and medical productsOne batch of Valpam 5 (batch CP218) may contain blister strips with a white Valpam 2mg tablet, instead of a yellow Valpam 5mg tablet.
General product safetyThe recall is due to the presence of undeclared allergens (soy and dairy).