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24.01.2022 Death or injury risk BMW Australia Ltd #recalls BMW G01 X3 and BMW G02 X4 MY2019-2020. The front seat belts (driver and passenger’s side) may not be screwed on to correct specification.If the seat belts are not secured, this could increase the risk of an accident and injury to vehicle occupants or other road users. In the event of a serious accident this may result in death. For full details: https://bit.ly/2UPZBDb... BMW Australia will contact all known owners. Consumers may contact an authorised BMW Service centre, or call the BMW Group Customer Interaction Centre to arrange inspection and repair.

22.01.2022 Fire risk Polaris Sales Australia #recalls Polaris General Side by Side Vehicles MY2016-2018. The vehicle fuel flange assembly will degrade over time when exposed to certain chemicals. This may result in a fuel leak and in the presence of an ignition source could cause a fire. If this was to occur, there is a risk of serious injury to vehicle occupants, other road users or this may cause property damage. For more details: https://bit.ly/2Hlmzis... Consumers should stop using their vehicle and contact an authorised Polaris dealer to arrange an inspection and repair.

21.01.2022 Fire or injury risk Ring LLC #recalls Video Doorbell 2nd Generation. If the wrong screws are used to install the doorbell to the mounting bracket, the screws can damage the lithium battery. If the lithium battery is damaged during installation, this could result in a fire or serious injury risk. For full details: https://bit.ly/2IsSpdB... If consumers have already installed their Ring Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) correctly, there’s nothing they need to do. If consumers have not installed the doorbell correctly or moved or reinstalled their device after charging, they should carefully follow the steps that are noted in the updated user manual or the Ring App.

18.01.2022 Death or injury risk Volvo Car Australia #recalls Volvo S60 and S80 MY2001-2003. The driver's airbag inflator may rupture in the event of airbag deployment. In the event that a defective airbag inflator ruptures, metal fragments may propel out through the airbag cushion towards the vehicle occupants causing serious injury or fatality. For full details: https://bit.ly/36oPvi8... Volvo Car Australia will contact affected owners in writing, when parts become available. Parts are expected to be available for S60 MY2001-2003 and S80 MY2002-2003 in February 2021. Parts are expected to be available for S80 MY2001 in November 2021.

14.01.2022 In an Australian first, AliExpress, Amazon Australia, Catch .com.au and eBay Australia have confirmed their commitment to protecting consumers from unsafe goods online after signing on to a new product safety pledge. These inaugural signatories are taking steps to provide consumers with a safe and trusted online shopping experience. We encourage other online businesses to contact us if they would like to participate.

12.01.2022 Death or electric shock risk Schneider Electric (Australia) #recalls Clipsal Socket Outlets 10mA RCD and Service Panels 10mA RCD. The socket outlet residual current device (RCD) may not trip at the correct current limit, as required by electrical safety standards. Risk of electric shock, which can cause serious injury or death. For full details: https://bit.ly/3eXWvGC... Consumers should check the product part number and manufacture date of their product. If affected, consumers should stop using the product and contact the electrician who installed the product.

12.01.2022 Always keep used button batteries out of reach of children. Even when old or spent, button batteries can still pose a threat. As soon as you remove a spent button battery from a product, follow the tips below to safely dispose of it Learn more: https://bit.ly/38AggCE

10.01.2022 Toys and games account for 1 in 10 of the recall notices received by the ACCC over the last 5 years. Before you buy toys online, always review product safety information, make sure you buy from a website you trust, and one you can contact if you have any concerns. Learn more about the OECD's global awareness campaign on how to buy #safetoysonline below.

01.01.2022 Button batteries can cause serious harm to children if swallowed or inserted. If you need to buy products that contain button batteries, follow these buying tips Learn more: https://bit.ly/35oCrtQ

01.01.2022 Suffocation risk The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) have issued a safety alert for Laerdal Pty Ltd Laerdal Compact Suction Unit (LCSU) 4. The pump of the affected units may malfunction resulting in low suction levels or failure to provide suction. Delay in suctioning secretions, blood or vomit blocking the airways can lead to suffocation if an alternative suction or ventilation method is not administered by the user. For full details https://bit.ly/35Ks3wn... Laerdal will contact affected consumers in writing to arrange for replacement of the affected product. Upon receiving the replacement, consumers should dispose of the pump unit, but keep the carry bag, battery, external power supply and wire stand of the existing unit.