AUSTRALIAN RECALL ROUND-UP14–20 March 2022.
11 product recalls were published during this week. Review the summaries below, then follow the official source before taking action.
Heating and cooling productsThe product does not comply with the Australian electrical safety standard: The metallic wall mount section cover is not earthed. The pull cord for the oscillation on/off switch has been routed incorrectly and when in use, could cause mechanical damage to the internal wiring.
Hazardous materialsThe product’s button battery compartment is not adequately secured, and the button battery is accessible.
Heating and cooling productsThe fan blades may crack and may fall off the fan body.
Rattles and toy teethersThe rattles do not comply with the size and shape requirements of the mandatory safety standard for toys for children up to and including 36 months of age .
Outdoor toys and play equipmentThe gaps in the handlebars are too wide and a child's head or body can become trapped.
Home electrical appliancesThe rubber seal at the top of the food waste disposer may degrade and allow water to enter the main housing and control box.
Rattles and toy teethersThe rattle does not comply with the size and shape requirements of the mandatory safety standard for toys for children up to and including 36 months of age .
Jewellery and fashion accessoriesThe lithium-ion battery in the Fitbit Ionic Smartwatch can overheat.
General product safetyThe product’s button battery compartment is not adequately secured, and the button batteries are accessible. The product has an unsecured LED light component.
Stuffed and plush toysThe toy's inner bubble casing may burst and release water-absorbing polymer balls. When exposed to liquid, the balls expand.
General product safetyThe recall is due to microbial contamination (listeria monocytogenes) .