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Mechatronics Auto Parts – Automotive Shells

Published: December 7, 2023Recall ID: ec63cea7-a710-4ae6-9611-c75725c728b9Category: generalCountry: Australia

Reason for Recall / Hazard

The product does not comply with the mandatory safety standard for products containing button/coin batteries . The button/coin battery compartment is not adequately secured and can be accessible to young children.

Product Description & Identification

Reason / Defects: The product does not comply with the mandatory safety standard for products containing button/coin batteries . The button/coin battery compartment is not adequately secured and can be accessible to young children. Hazards: There is a risk of choking, severe internal burn injuries or death to young children if they gain access to the button/coin batteries and swallow or place them inside their body. Severe or fatal injuries can happen in 2 hours or less. What to do: Stop using the product immediately, keep out of reach of children and dispose of it safely. Contact Innovative Mechatronics Group or the retailer the product was purchased from for a full refund. For more information, please contact 03 8792 6999 (Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm) or email sales@maparts.com.au

Affected Products

Empty fob shells, into which electronic circuitry and a battery can be placed, for use in opening car doors and boots remotely. Please see attached list of affected model numbers. Some remotes are also recalled because they don’t comply with the mandatory information standard for products containing button/coin batteries. If your remote is not listed on this recall, check PRA 2023/19827 and follow the instructions.

Additional Source Details

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Guid › #textec63cea7-a710-4ae6-9611-c75725c728b9
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Linkhttps://www.productsafety.gov.au/search-consumer-product-recalls/mechatronics-auto-parts-%E2%80%93-automotive-shells
Pub DateThu, 07 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000
Extracted imagehttps://www.productsafety.gov.au/system/files/styles/large/private/MAP%20Automotive%20Shells.png?itok=6gcqvCHl

Overview

  • Risk LevelCar parts and accessories
  • DistributionAustralia
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