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Automotive remotes and shells

Published: June 23, 2023Recall ID: 3a67ebf6-c464-48b5-893c-013c13ed20d1Category: generalCountry: Australia

Reason for Recall / Hazard

The product was sold without the warning information required for products containing button/coin batteries.

Product Description & Identification

Reason / Defects: The product was sold without the warning information required for products containing button/coin batteries. Hazards: There is a risk of choking, severe internal burn injuries or death to young children if they gain access to the button batteries and ingest them. Consumers may be unaware that the product contains a button battery. What to do: Consumers should contact Mechatronics Auto Parts on sales@maparts.com.au or by phone on (03) 8792 6999 for a copy of the warning information.

Affected Products

Replacement automotive remotes and shells for various vehicles 45 different remote types have been recalled. The photos on this notice are of only some of the affected remote types. Check the list of affected models to see if your one is recalled. Some models listed here are also recalled under PRA 2023/19959 because they don’t meet the mandatory safety standard for products containing button/coin batteries. Check recall PRA 2023/19959 to see if your product is affected. If so, stop use immediately, keep out of reach of children and follow the instructions on the recall notice to receive a remedy.

Additional Source Details

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Guid › #text3a67ebf6-c464-48b5-893c-013c13ed20d1
Guid › @ is Perma Linkfalse
Linkhttps://www.productsafety.gov.au/search-consumer-product-recalls/automotive-remotes-and-shells
Pub DateFri, 23 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000
Extracted imagehttps://www.productsafety.gov.au/system/files/styles/large/private/KF133%20-%20front%20packaging.jpg?itok=mJ25dGXD

Overview

  • Risk LevelCar parts and accessories
  • DistributionAustralia
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